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laguna

Pronunciation: [ləˈɡuː.nə]

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Learn how to use laguna in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) a laguna is a shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water, usually by a sandbar or a reef. It's like a small lake or pond that is near the ocean but not fully connected to it.

Example

We found a beautiful laguna while walking along the beach, perfect for swimming.

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The laguna dried up last summer, leaving it completely empty.

Example

Have you ever seen a laguna near the sea?

Context: “culture”

(noun) In some Spanish-speaking countries, 'laguna' can also refer to a story gap or an area of missing information in a narrative. It's like a part of a book where some details are not present.

Example

The story had a laguna that made it hard to understand the main character's past.

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There were no lagunas in the article; everything was explained clearly.

Example

Did you notice any lagunas in the movie's plot?

How to pronounce laguna

Pronunciation: [ləˈɡuː.nə]

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