| in English | in Spanish | S |
|---|---|---|
| sand | arena |
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Other meanings
“Arena” can also mean “dust” or “powder” in certain contexts, such as in cosmetics or construction materials
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Variations by Country
In Latin America, “arena” can also mean “arena for a competition” (like a sports arena)
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mnemonic
Think of “arena” as “arena de playa” (beach sand)
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idioms
“Estar entre la espada y la arena” (To be between a rock and a hard place)
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origin
From Latin “harena”, meaning “sand”
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Help u remember
Imagine a sandy arena.
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arena info.
Tips to remember the word “arena”:
– Imagine a gladiator fighting in a sandy arena, linking the sand (English) to the location of the battle (Spanish for sand).
– Remember that spectators watch events in an arena, and you can think of them sitting on sand bleachers.
– Picture a beach scene with an “arena” label to associate the sandy beach with the Spanish word.
Explanations:
– “Arena” in Spanish directly translates to “sand” in English. It is used to describe fine particles that you would find on a beach or in a desert.
Other words that mean the same thing:
– “Playa” means beach but often implies sand since most beaches have sandy shores.
– “Desierto” means desert, where there is a lot of sand.
Alternate meanings and slang:
– In a different context, “arena” also refers to a venue for events or competitions, similar to the English word “arena.”
– In the political or business context, the term “arena” can metaphorically mean a field or a realm of activity, competition, or endeavor.
Examples of sentences that use it:
– “Me gusta caminar en la arena de la playa al atardecer.” (I like to walk on the beach sand at sunset.)
– “Los niños construyeron un castillo de arena.” (The children built a sandcastle.)
– “La arena del desierto es muy caliente durante el dÃa.” (The desert sand is very hot during the day.)
– “La empresa ha entrado en la arena internacional con su nuevo producto.” (The company has entered the international arena with its new product.)
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Pronunciation
normal speech: ah-REH-nah
IPA: aˈɾena
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