Caravana is a noun.
/käɾaˈβana/
Caravana typically refers to a group of people traveling together, often in vehicles, for a common purpose. It can also describe a procession of vehicles or animals. The term is used in various contexts, from travel and trade to migration.
In the Spanish language, this word is commonly used in both oral and written contexts. Its frequency can vary by region but is generally well-known and understood in Latin American countries and Spain.
La caravana de migrantes avanzó hacia la frontera.
The caravan of migrants moved toward the border.
La caravana de coches llenó la carretera durante las vacaciones.
The caravan of cars filled the road during the holidays.
En el desierto, los viajeros formaron una caravana para protegerse de los peligros.
In the desert, the travelers formed a caravan to protect themselves from dangers.
Although "caravana" is not the central term in widely known idiomatic expressions, it can appear in various phrases related to movement or travel, reflecting the concept of groups or community journeys.
Acarrear la caravana.
To carry (along) the caravan.
This expression implies taking responsibility or leading a group through challenges.
Tener una caravana de problemas.
To have a caravan of problems.
This means having multiple issues to deal with at once.
La vida es una caravana.
Life is a caravan.
This reflects the idea that life is a journey shared with others, with its ups and downs.
Marchar en la caravana de la esperanza.
To march in the caravan of hope.
This phrase refers to collectively striving for a better future or outcome together.
The word caravana comes from the Arabic قافلة (qāfila), which means a group of travelers or a convoy, especially in the context of trading.