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Elija la traducción correcta al español del término “slipway”.Choose the correct Spanish translation of the harbour term “slipway”:
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Correct answer: b) Varadero / rampa de varada (slipway).
Why it is correct
In harbour terminology, a 'slipway' is an inclined ramp leading into the water used for hauling out or launching boats for maintenance—called a 'varadero' in Spanish.
Why the others are not
- a) 'Espolón' is 'groin/groyne' or 'spur'.
- c) 'Muelle' is 'quay', 'wharf' or 'pier'.
- d) 'Fondeadero' is 'anchorage'.
How to work it out in the exam
- Slipway = varadero (ramp for hauling out and launching boats).
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2016 · 1ª convocatoria · CY Módulo genérico · question 16 Official paper · Official answer key
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