naufragio

el naufragio(
now
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frah
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hyoh
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A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. shipwreck
Los supervivientes del naufragio consiguieron nadar hasta un islote cercano.The shipwreck survivors managed to swim to a nearby small island.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
(foundering)
a. failure
El naufragio del proyecto lo sumió en una profunda depresión.The failure of the project plunged him into severe depression.
b. collapse
Fueron muchas las razones que condujeron al naufragio del comunismo en Europa.There were many reasons for the collapse of Communism in Europe.
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