An iceberg is a massive floating ice block, mostly hidden beneath the sea surface.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- A large floating mass of ice in the ocean.
- Only a small part of it is visible above water.
- Commonly associated with the Titanic and climate change.
Overview
El término 'iceberg' se utiliza en español para designar a los grandes bloques de hielo que flotan en los océanos, provenientes principalmente de las regiones polares. Aunque es una palabra de origen inglés, está plenamente integrada en el vocabulario español y es el término técnico y cotidiano estándar.
Usage Patterns
Se utiliza frecuentemente en contextos geográficos, meteorológicos y también en sentido figurado. Gramaticalmente, es un sustantivo masculino singular que requiere el artículo 'el' o 'un'. Por ejemplo: 'El iceberg se rompió'.
Common Contexts
Es muy común encontrar esta palabra en noticias sobre el cambio climático, el deshielo de los polos o en relatos históricos, siendo el caso más famoso el hundimiento del Titanic. También se usa en el ámbito empresarial o psicológico con la expresión 'la punta del iceberg' para referirse a una pequeña parte visible de un problema mucho más grande.
Similar Words comparison
Aunque 'témpano' es un sinónimo directo en español, 'iceberg' es mucho más frecuente en el habla actual. 'Glaciar' se refiere a la masa de hielo en tierra firme, mientras que el 'iceberg' es el fragmento que ya flota en el mar.
Exemplos
El iceberg flotaba lentamente hacia el sur.
everydayThe iceberg was floating slowly towards the south.
El estudio reveló la punta del iceberg de la corrupción.
formalThe study revealed the tip of the iceberg of corruption.
¡Cuidado, hay un iceberg ahí delante!
informalWatch out, there is an iceberg ahead!
El desprendimiento de este iceberg es consecuencia del calentamiento global.
academicThe calving of this iceberg is a consequence of global warming.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
La punta del iceberg
The tip of the iceberg
A la deriva
Drifting
Deshielo polar
Polar melting
Frequentemente confundido com
Témpano is a direct synonym for a smaller piece of ice, but iceberg is used for massive structures.
A glacier is a large body of ice on land, whereas an iceberg is specifically floating in water.
Padrões gramaticais
How to Use It
Notas de uso
The word is widely used in both formal and informal registers. In professional settings, it is almost exclusively used in its metaphorical sense. It is treated as a masculine noun in Spanish grammar.
Erros comuns
Some learners misspell it as 'aisberg' because they try to phonetically match the English pronunciation. Always remember the correct spelling 'iceberg'. Also, avoid using it to describe ice on land.
Tips
Use the metaphorical meaning for business discussions
You can use 'la punta del iceberg' to describe hidden problems. It is a very common idiom in professional Spanish settings.
Do not confuse with glacier
Remember that a glacier is on land, while an iceberg is in the water. Mixing them up can lead to geographical inaccuracies.
Historical impact of the Titanic
The word is strongly linked to the Titanic tragedy in Western culture. Mentioning it often evokes themes of danger and hidden threats.
Origem da palavra
The word comes from Dutch 'ijsberg', meaning 'ice mountain'. It entered English and subsequently Spanish as a loanword to describe polar phenomena.
Contexto cultural
The iceberg is a universal symbol of hidden danger. In popular culture, it is inextricably linked to the 1912 sinking of the RMS Titanic.
Dica de memorização
Think of the Titanic: an 'ice' mountain ('berg') that sank the ship. It is a mountain of ice in the ocean.
Perguntas frequentes
4 perguntasAunque proviene del inglés y originalmente del neerlandés, está aceptada por la Real Academia Española. Es el término estándar utilizado en todos los países hispanohablantes.
Un glaciar es una masa de hielo que se mueve sobre la tierra. Cuando un trozo de ese glaciar se desprende y cae al mar, se convierte en un iceberg.
Se usa para indicar que solo estamos viendo una pequeña parte de una situación o problema complejo. El resto del problema permanece oculto y es mucho mayor.
El plural es 'icebergs'. Se mantiene la 's' final al ser un préstamo lingüístico adaptado.
Teste-se
El barco chocó contra un ___ en medio del océano.
Los icebergs son los únicos objetos de la lista que flotan en el océano.
¿Qué significa 'esto es solo la punta del iceberg'?
La expresión sugiere que lo visible es menor a lo oculto.
el / gigante / flotaba / iceberg / mar / en / el
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Summary
An iceberg is a massive floating ice block, mostly hidden beneath the sea surface.
- A large floating mass of ice in the ocean.
- Only a small part of it is visible above water.
- Commonly associated with the Titanic and climate change.
Use the metaphorical meaning for business discussions
You can use 'la punta del iceberg' to describe hidden problems. It is a very common idiom in professional Spanish settings.
Do not confuse with glacier
Remember that a glacier is on land, while an iceberg is in the water. Mixing them up can lead to geographical inaccuracies.
Historical impact of the Titanic
The word is strongly linked to the Titanic tragedy in Western culture. Mentioning it often evokes themes of danger and hidden threats.
Exemplos
4 de 4El iceberg flotaba lentamente hacia el sur.
The iceberg was floating slowly towards the south.
El estudio reveló la punta del iceberg de la corrupción.
The study revealed the tip of the iceberg of corruption.
¡Cuidado, hay un iceberg ahí delante!
Watch out, there is an iceberg ahead!
El desprendimiento de este iceberg es consecuencia del calentamiento global.
The calving of this iceberg is a consequence of global warming.
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