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velo

English translation of velo

veil

The Spanish word 'velo' translates to 'veil' in English. Essentially, it is a piece of cloth that is usually thin, used for covering things, especially a woman's face as a tradition or a rule. In a wider context, it can also signify hiding, concealing, or providing a barrier against something.


Example sentences using: velo

Su hermana se puso un velo para la boda.

English translation of Su hermana se puso un velo para la boda.

Her sister wore a veil for the wedding.

In this context, 'velo' refers to the piece of cloth that a bride wears over her head and face on her wedding day.

El olvido es un velo que cubre el dolor.

English translation of El olvido es un velo que cubre el dolor.

Forgetting is a veil that covers the pain.

Here, 'velo' is used metaphorically to mean something that obscures or conceals another thing. In this case, 'forgetting' conceals 'pain'.

En el coro, Juan es el único que puede cantar la parte del velo.

English translation of En el coro, Juan es el único que puede cantar la parte del velo.

In the choir, Juan is the only one who can sing the part of the veil.

In some Spanish-speaking contexts, 'velo' could refer to a specific part or role in a choir. In this case, it suggests a certain range or type of voice.

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