velada
/veh-LAH-dah/
evening gathering
A depiction of a relaxed social event, illustrating 'velada' as an evening gathering.
velada(noun)
evening gathering
?social event
,soirée
?formal or intimate party
evening
?a specific night's activities
,vigil
?archaic or religious context
📝 In Action
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.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Reminder
Even though 'velada' refers to an evening event, it is a feminine noun, so always use 'la' or 'una' before it.
⭐ Usage Tips
More than just 'Night'
Use 'velada' when the evening has a specific purpose or focus (like a dinner party or performance), rather than just saying 'noche' (night).
This image shows a person who is 'velada,' meaning veiled or covered by a veil.
velada(adjective)
veiled
?covered by a veil
,hidden
?not openly expressed
subtle
?not obvious
,covered
?physically covered
📝 In Action
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.
💡 Grammar Points
Agreement Rule
As an adjective, 'velada' must match the thing it describes in number and gender (e.g., 'una crítica velada,' but 'un mensaje velado').
Past Participle Use
This form comes directly from the verb 'velar' (to veil or watch over). It describes something that has been veiled.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: velada
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'velada' in its most common meaning?
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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).