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English - Spanish
Water
ˈwɔdər
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
agua, agua (body of water), regar (to water plants), agua mineral (mineral water), lavar (to wash with water)
Water meanings in Spanish
agua
Example:
I drink water every day.
Bebo agua todos los días.
The plants need water to grow.
Las plantas necesitan agua para crecer.
Usage: formal/informalContext: General usage for the liquid substance essential for life.
Note: This is the most common translation for 'water' in Spanish.
agua (body of water)
Example:
The lake is crystal clear water.
El lago es agua cristalina.
The boat sailed across the calm waters.
El barco navegó por las aguas tranquilas.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Referring to a body of water like a lake, river, or sea.
Note: Can also refer to water bodies such as oceans, seas, rivers, lakes, and ponds.
regar (to water plants)
Example:
Don't forget to water the flowers.
No te olvides de regar las flores.
She waters her garden every morning.
Ella riega su jardín todas las mañanas.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to the action of watering plants.
Note: In this context, 'water' is a verb meaning to provide moisture to plants.
agua mineral (mineral water)
Example:
I prefer mineral water over soda.
Prefiero el agua mineral a la soda.
The restaurant serves sparkling mineral water.
El restaurante sirve agua mineral con gas.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to bottled water that contains minerals.
Note: Commonly used to differentiate from regular water, especially in beverage choices.
lavar (to wash with water)
Example:
She waters the plants and washes the car.
Ella riega las plantas y lava el coche.
Don't forget to water the garden and wash the dishes.
No olvides regar el jardín y lavar los platos.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to washing or cleaning with water.
Note: In this context, 'water' is a verb meaning to clean or wash using water.
Water's synonyms
H2O
H2O is a chemical formula representing water, where H stands for hydrogen and O stands for oxygen. It is a scientific term often used in chemistry and other technical contexts.
Example: H2O is essential for life on Earth.
Note: H2O specifically refers to the chemical composition of water.
Aqua
Aqua is a Latin word for water and is commonly used in various contexts, such as in branding, product names, or artistic expressions.
Example: Please pass me a glass of aqua.
Note: Aqua is a more poetic or formal term for water.
Liquid
Liquid refers to a substance that flows freely and maintains a constant volume, taking the shape of its container. Water is a specific type of liquid.
Example: The liquid in the bottle is water.
Note: Liquid is a broader term encompassing various substances, while water is a specific type of liquid.
Water expressions, common phrases
In hot water
To be in trouble or facing a difficult situation.
Example: She's in hot water with her boss for missing the deadline.
Note: This phrase uses 'hot water' metaphorically to indicate trouble or a problematic situation.
Blood is thicker than water
Family relationships are stronger than other relationships.
Example: Even though they argue a lot, they always support each other; blood is thicker than water.
Note: This phrase uses 'blood' and 'water' symbolically to emphasize the strength of familial bonds.
Test the waters
To try something out before fully committing to it.
Example: Before committing fully, she decided to test the waters by volunteering for a week.
Note: This phrase uses 'waters' to symbolize trying out or exploring a new situation.
Keep your head above water
To manage to survive or cope in a difficult situation.
Example: With all the work piling up, it's challenging to keep your head above water.
Note: This phrase uses 'head above water' metaphorically to convey the idea of managing to stay afloat despite challenges.
Like a fish out of water
To feel uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.
Example: At the formal dinner, he felt like a fish out of water among the sophisticated guests.
Note: This phrase uses 'fish out of water' to describe feeling awkward or uneasy in an unfamiliar environment.
Throw cold water on
To discourage or criticize something, dampening enthusiasm.
Example: She always throws cold water on my ideas, making me doubt myself.
Note: This phrase uses 'cold water' to symbolize extinguishing enthusiasm or excitement.
Come hell or high water
To express determination to do something no matter what challenges or obstacles arise.
Example: I'll be there, come hell or high water, to support you during the tough times.
Note: This phrase uses 'hell' and 'high water' to emphasize unwavering commitment despite adversity.
Water everyday (slang) expressions
Agua
Agua is the Spanish word for water, commonly used in English-speaking countries with a touch of international flair.
Example: Can you pass me that bottle of agua, please?
Note: Using 'agua' adds a multicultural touch to regular conversations and may indicate familiarity with Spanish or Latin American culture.
Wet stuff
Wet stuff is a playful and informal way to refer to water, often used in a light-hearted or humorous manner.
Example: The plants need more wet stuff to thrive.
Note: The slang term 'wet stuff' adds a touch of whimsy or childlike innocence to conversations involving water.
Adam's ale
Adam's ale is an old-fashioned term for water, originating from biblical times, and commonly used in a nostalgic or literary context.
Example: I've been trying to drink more Adam's ale and less sugary drinks.
Note: Adam's ale adds a touch of historical or whimsical charm to conversations about water, often invoking a sense of tradition or simplicity.
Water - Examples
I need to drink more water.
Necesito beber más agua.
The farmer is watering the plants.
El agricultor está regando las plantas.
The rainwater is filling up the pond.
El agua de lluvia está llenando el estanque.
Water grammar
Water - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: water
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): waters, water
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): water
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): watered
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): watering
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): waters
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): water
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): water
Syllables, Separation and Stress
water Contains 2 syllables: wa • ter
Phonetic transcription: ˈwȯ-tər
wa ter , ˈwȯ tər (The red syllable is stressed)
Water - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
water: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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