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marea means tide — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 15, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

marea

noun • /[mah-REH-ah]/

tide

Example:

La marea sube rápido; mueve la toalla.

The tide rises fast; move your towel.

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🧠 What does marea mean?

Marea is the Spanish word for "tide." It refers to the regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun. You'll hear it used when discussing coastal activities, oceanography, and sometimes even in metaphorical contexts to describe emotional shifts.

📚 Extra examples

  • La marea está subiendo.
    The tide is coming in.
  • La marea está bajando.
    The tide is going out.
  • Hay marea alta hoy.
    It's high tide today.
  • Con la marea baja, podemos explorar las pozas de marea.
    At low tide, we can explore the tide pools.
  • Estaba nadando contra la marea.
    I was swimming against the tide.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'tide' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'tide' is 'marea'.
How do you pronounce 'marea' in Spanish?
Marea is pronounced mah-REH-ah, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'marea' in a sentence?
You can use 'marea' in sentences like 'La marea está alta' (The tide is high) or 'La marea baja a las seis' (The tide goes out at six).
What is the English translation of 'marea'?
'Marea' translates to 'tide' in English.
Does 'marea' change for gender or number?
'Marea' is a feminine noun, so it uses the feminine article 'la.' For plural ('tides'), you'd use 'las mareas'.
Is 'marea' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word for everyone, 'marea' is common in coastal areas and when discussing the ocean or beaches.
Does 'marea' have slang or double meanings?
While 'marea' primarily refers to the tide, it can also be used metaphorically to describe a surge or wave of something, like 'una marea de gente' (a tide of people).
Is 'marea' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'marea' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "marea"

Synonyms: flujo y reflujo (more formal/technical)

💡 Did You Know?

The Bay of Fundy in Canada has the highest tidal range in the world, sometimes exceeding 50 feet!

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