No. 9,100 in Spanish
wave
The Spanish word for "wave" in English is "ola," meaning a moving ridge on the surface of water or a gesture with the hand.
In a sentence
La ola en la playa era alta y hermosa.
The wave at the beach was tall and beautiful.
Here, 'ola' refers to a physical wave in the ocean, showcasing its natural occurrence.
Ella saludó con una ola de la mano.
She greeted with a wave of her hand.
In this instance, 'ola' represents a gesture made with the hand, used for greeting or acknowledgment.
Sentimos una ola de emoción durante el concierto.
We felt a wave of emotion during the concert.
Here, 'ola' metaphorically indicates an overwhelming feeling or sensation experienced collectively.
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