vela
candle
The Spanish word 'vela' translates to 'candle' in English. It is a noun that represents a cylinder or block of wax or tallow with a central wick that is lit to produce light as it burns. This can be used in various contexts including lighting, decoration, or in ceremonies and rituals. In Spanish, it can also have another meaning related to sailing or watching over something, depending on the context.
Example sentences using: vela
Juan enciende una vela cada noche antes de dormir.
Juan lights a candle every night before sleeping.
In this sentence, 'vela' refers to a candle. This is a common evening routine that Juan does every night before he goes to sleep.
La vela del barco se desplegó completamente con el viento.
The ship's sail was fully deployed with the wind.
Here, 'vela' represents the sail of a ship, indicating that the wind was strong enough to fully open (deploy) the sail.
Durante su vigilia, Rosa no quitó la vela de su vista.
During her vigil, Rosa did not take the candle from her sight.
In this instance, 'vela' is also used to refer to a candle. Rosa is maintaining a vigil, which traditionally involves keeping watch, often with a lit candle.