muelle

🧠 What does muelle mean?

A muelle is a structure, typically made of wood, stone, or concrete, that extends out into a body of water such as a sea, lake, or river. Its primary purpose is to provide a landing place for boats and ships, allowing passengers to embark or disembark and cargo to be loaded or unloaded. It can also serve as a recreational area for walking, fishing, or enjoying views of the water.

📚 Extra examples

• El ferry parte del muelle a las diez de la mañana.
  The ferry departs from the pier at ten in the morning.
• Caminamos por el muelle mientras el sol se ponía.
  We walked along the dock as the sun was setting.
• Los pescadores esperan en el muelle para echar sus redes.
  The fishermen wait on the pier to cast their nets.
• Se construyó un muelle nuevo para acomodar barcos más grandes.
  A new dock was built to accommodate larger ships.

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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "muelle"

Synonyms: embarcadero, espigón, malecón

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