velada
“velada” means “evening gathering” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
evening gathering, soirée
Also: evening, vigil
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Organizaron una velada musical con un pianista local.
B1They organized a musical evening with a local pianist.
La velada romántica terminó con un paseo bajo la luna.
A2The romantic evening ended with a walk under the moonlight.
Fue una velada inolvidable, llena de risas y buena comida.
B1It was an unforgettable night, full of laughter and good food.
veiled, hidden
Also: subtle, covered
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La novia llevaba la cara velada por una fina tela.
B2The bride had her face veiled by a thin fabric.
Hizo una referencia velada a los problemas de la empresa.
C1She made a veiled reference to the company's problems.
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Quick Quiz: velada
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'velada' in its most common meaning?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *vigilare*, meaning 'to keep watch' or 'to stay awake.' The noun 'velada' originally referred to the time spent awake keeping watch (a vigil) but evolved to mean any special gathering that takes place at night.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'velada' and 'noche'?
'Noche' simply means 'night' (the time period from sunset to sunrise). 'Velada' is used for a specific, often planned or special event that takes place during the evening, like a party, a dinner, or a performance.
Is 'velada' related to the word 'vela' (candle)?
Yes, indirectly! Both 'velada' and 'vela' (candle) come from the idea of staying awake and keeping watch (*velar*). A 'vela' (candle) provides light for a 'velada' (evening watch/gathering).