The term "terral" refers to a light breeze that typically blows from the land towards the sea, usually occurring at night or early in the morning. It is commonly encountered in coastal regions, especially in the contexts of sailing and weather phenomena.
"Terral" is a term used frequently in both oral and written contexts related to meteorology and nautical activities, particularly in countries like Peru and Puerto Rico, which are coastal and have a significant maritime culture.
El terral refresca las noches calurosas en la costa tropical.
The land breeze cools the hot nights on the tropical coast.
Durante el terral, los pescadores suelen trabajar con more éxito.
During the land breeze, the fishermen often work with more success.
El marinero explicó cómo navegar aprovechando el terral.
The sailor explained how to navigate taking advantage of the land breeze.
While "terral" itself may not frequently form idiomatic expressions, it does contribute metaphorically in various contexts. Here are a few expressions and uses in sentences:
Estar en un estado de terral.
To be in a state of calm or serenity.
Después de toda la tormenta, finalmente pude estar en un estado de terral.
After all the storm, I was finally able to be in a state of calm.
Sacar provecho del terral.
To take advantage of the situation.
Si sacas provecho del terral, puedes disfrutar de un gran día de pesca.
If you take advantage of the land breeze, you can enjoy a great fishing day.
Jugar en el terral.
To play it safe.
Cuando se presentan problemas, es mejor jugar en el terral y no arriesgarse demasiado.
When problems arise, it's better to play it safe and not take too many risks.
The word "terral" comes from the Spanish root "tierra," which means "land." This reflects the origin of the breeze as a wind blowing from the land to the sea.
Synonyms: - Brisa terrestre (land breeze) - Viento de tierra (land wind)
Antonyms: - Brisa marina (sea breeze) - Viento de mar (sea wind)