Constelación

🧠 What does Constelación mean?

A constellation is a group of stars that appear to form a pattern or figure in the night sky, often named after mythological figures, animals, or objects. In a broader sense, it can refer to a collection or assemblage of similar things, especially abstract concepts or entities. The word derives from the Latin 'constellatio', meaning 'a setting of stars'. The beauty of this word lies not only in its literal meaning related to the celestial bodies but also in its metaphorical use to describe harmonious groupings.

📚 Extra examples

• La Vía Láctea es una vasta constelación de estrellas que podemos observar en noches despejadas.
  The Milky Way is a vast constellation of stars that can be observed on clear nights.
• El astrónomo identificó una nueva constelación en el hemisferio sur.
  The astronomer identified a new constellation in the Southern Hemisphere.
• Una constelación de talentos se reunió para este importante proyecto.
  A constellation of talents gathered for this important project.
• Los antiguos navegantes utilizaban las constelaciones para orientarse en el mar.
  Ancient navigators used constellations to orient themselves at sea.

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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "Constelación"

Synonyms: agrupación, conjunto, asociación, colectivo, cúmulo
Opposites: dispersión, aislamiento, desunión, soledad

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