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    Volaba (en. I was flying)

    bo-lá-ba

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    The action of moving through the air using wings or any means of lift.
    The bird flew high in the sky.
    El pájaro volaba alto en el cielo.
    To refer to the act of traveling by plane.
    He frequently flew to different countries.
    Volaba frecuentemente a diferentes países.
    Figuratively, it can refer to the speed of movement or an idea that spreads.
    Ideas were flying in the meeting.
    Las ideas volaban en la reunión.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'volare', which means 'to fly'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    flying sky
    A poetic term to refer to a high place where one flies.
    cielo volador
    to dive (or plummet)
    To descend rapidly, generally in a negative context.
    volar en picada
    to fly low
    To act discreetly or cautiously, avoiding drawing attention.
    volar bajo

    Related Words

    flight
    The action of flying or a journey in the air.
    vuelo
    steering wheel
    Something that is capable of flying or that helps to fly.
    volante
    aerial
    Related to air or air navigation.
    aéreo

    Slang Meanings

    To express oneself in a very fast or impulsive manner.
    That guy always flies in his explanations.
    Ese chico siempre vuela en sus explicaciones.
    To refer to a very intense life experience.
    The party last night flew by, it was amazing.
    La fiesta anoche voló, fue increíble.