afloat
afloat
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (floating)
a. a flote
I can't swim very well, but I can stay afloat.No puedo nadar muy bien, pero puedo mantenerme a flote.
2. (surviving)
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Don't believe the rumors that are afloat about me.No creas los rumores que circulan sobre mí.
There is a lot of talk afloat about you guys. Would you like to set the record straight?Corren muchas habladurías sobre ustedes. ¿Quieren aclarar las cosas?
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