gondola

Meanings

• noun

  A traditional Venetian boat with a covered passenger compartment, often with gondolier standing and rowing.

  - "The gondola glided smoothly through the canals of Venice."
  - "A ride in a gondola is a must-do experience when visiting Venice."

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Synonyms

gon , gondola car , cable car

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gondola
molasses , oasis , casserole

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Variants

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gondola , gondolas

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Etymology

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From the Venetian word 'gondola', possibly derived from the Greek word 'yondola' meaning 'small boat' or from the Venetian word 'gondolo' meaning 'pilot'.

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Trivia

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1. The gondola is the symbol of Venice and is often depicted in art and literature.

2. The gondola can hold up to six passengers, but usually only two at a time row.

3. The gondola is not motorized and relies solely on the gondolier's rowing skills.

4. The first gondolas were built in the 11th century, but the modern version was developed in the 16th century.

5. The gondola is the official water taxi of Venice.

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Related Concepts

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1. Venetian gondola: A traditional Venetian boat with a covered passenger compartment, used for transportation on the Venetian canals.

2. Gondolier: A person who operates a gondola on the Venetian canals, typically wearing a distinctive striped shirt and a straw hat.

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Culture

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The gondola is a symbol of Venice and its unique water-based transportation system. It has been featured in literature, art, music, and film, and is often associated with romance and relaxation.

How to Memorize "gondola"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, narrow boat with a covered passenger compartment, and a gondolier standing and rowing with an oar.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gondola' with the image of a romantic boat ride in Venice.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'gondola' as 'Go On, Don't Allow Love To Alone'.

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