Spanish Conversation · Level 61
76 words
Spanish word
marina
Pronunciation
IPA/maˈɾina/
Meaning
- feminine nounmarina
Example
Vamos a pasear por la marina esta tarde.
Let's go for a walk along the marina this afternoon.
More examples
Fuimos a la marina deportiva para ver los veleros.
We went to the yacht marina to see the sailboats.
Core concept
Developed waterfront area of docks and services for private boats and yachts.
Common phrases
ir a la marina
go to the marina
marina deportiva
yacht marina
Similar words
puerto: Harbor or port where ships berth and enter or leave the water, serving cargo and passenger traffic.
puerto deportivo: Small recreational harbor focused on yachts and pleasure boats, with berths and basic services.
Definition in Spanish
Puerto o zona portuaria habilitada para el atraque y mantenimiento de embarcaciones de ocio, como yates.
Word origin
From Latin marinus 'of the sea' (from mare 'sea'), with the adjective sense evolving into a noun for facilities dedicated to recreational boating.
Usage tips
- In advertising and real-estate contexts marina often implies a leisure complex with promenades and shops, while puerto deportivo emphasizes the nautical facility.