Naufrago Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/ˈnawn fraɡoʊ/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A person who has survived a shipwreck or a catastrophe, often with significant physical or emotional scars.

Etymology

The word “Naufrago” has its roots in Latin, where “navis” means “ship” and “frago” means “to break”. It refers to someone who has survived the wreck of a ship.

Usage Notes

In English, the term “Naufrago” is typically used to describe someone who has experienced a traumatic event, often used metaphorically to describe someone who has gone through a difficult or life-altering experience.

Cultural References

In literature and film, characters who have survived shipwrecks or other catastrophic events are often referred to as Naufragos.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

Related Words or Phrases

• Survivor
• Cassocked

Collocations

• Naufrago struggles to come to terms with their past
• The Naufrago’s ordeal was a traumatic experience

Frequency of Use

The term “Naufrago” is relatively infrequently used in modern language, typically in formal or literary contexts.

Common Misspellings

• Gerbearo
• Navroggo