volcán
/bolˈkan/noun★Beginner
general
A mountain or hill formed by the accumulation of lava, ash, and other volcanic material from eruptions.
El volcán es una de las fuerzas naturales más poderosas de la Tierra.
The volcano is one of the most powerful natural forces on Earth.
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Volcanoes can be active, dormant, or extinct depending on their eruption history.
Collocations
volcán activoactive volcanoerupción volcánicavolcanic eruptionlava volcánicavolcanic lava
Synonyms
Related Phrases
entrar en erupciónphrase
to erupt
cubierto de cenizaphrase
covered in ash
💡Pro Tip
Geological Context
Volcanoes are often found along tectonic plate boundaries or hotspots.
⚡Gold Rule
Safety
Avoid areas near active volcanoes due to the risk of eruptions.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'volcānus', meaning 'belonging to Vulcan', the Roman god of fire.
📝Usage Notes
The term 'volcán' is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries to describe volcanic activity and geological formations.
Word Breakdown
volc
related to fire or heat
root-án
suffix indicating a place or thing
suffixDiccionario Español-Inglés