Spanish word

yate

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʝate/

Meaning

  • masculine nounyacht

Example

Alquilamos un yate para el fin de semana.

We rented a yacht for the weekend.

Illustration for yate (yacht)

More examples

El capitán inspeccionó el yate antes de zarpar.

The captain inspected the yacht before setting sail.

Core concept

Pleasure craft intended for private use with onboard amenities.

Common phrases

  • alquilar un yate

    rent a yacht

  • un paseo en yate

    a yacht ride

  • subir a un yate

    board a yacht

Similar words

barco: General-purpose sea or river vessel for carrying people or cargo.
lancha: Small engine-powered boat built for speed and short trips.
bote: Small simple boat for lakes or nearshore use, often rowed or motored.
velero: Leisure sailboat that moves by wind using one or more sails.

Definition in Spanish

Embarcación privada destinada al ocio marítimo, generalmente de tamaño pequeño o mediano y con comodidades para sus pasajeros.

Word origin

The Spanish word ultimately derives from Dutch jacht via English yacht, with jacht originally referring to a quick hunting boat that later became used for recreation.

Usage tips

  • Using yate tends to suggest a higher-status or privately owned boat, while speakers often use barco or embarcación to describe ordinary boat trips.

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