No. 7,993 in Spanish
moros
"Moros" refers to Moors, historically Muslim inhabitants of North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula.
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Los moros gobernaron una gran parte de la península ibérica en la Edad Media.
The Moors ruled a large part of the Iberian Peninsula in the Middle Ages.
In this historical context, 'moros' refers to the Muslim inhabitants of North Africa and their descendants who ruled over parts of Spain during the Middle Ages.
Cuando los moros bajaron del barco, traían muchas especias y mercancías.
When the Moors disembarked from the ship, they brought many spices and goods.
Here, 'moros' is used in the historical sense again but emphasizes their roles as merchants and explorers.
Cuidado con dejar moros en la costa, siempre revisa dos veces.
Be careful not to leave enemies (danger) on the coast, always double-check.
In this idiomatic expression, 'moros' figuratively refers to potential threats or risks, derived from historical coastal defense against invasions.
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