Nave (disambiguation) facts for kids
The word Nave can mean a few different things! Most often, it refers to a special part of a church. It can also mean the center part of a wheel. Let's explore these meanings and more.
When you visit a large church or cathedral, the nave is the main, central part of the building. It's the long area where the people who come to worship usually sit or stand. Imagine walking into a church; the wide open space in front of you, leading up to the altar, is the nave.
This part of the church is designed to hold many people. It often has rows of benches called pews on either side, with an aisle down the middle. The word "nave" comes from the Latin word navis, which means "ship." Some people think this is because the roof of a church's nave can look a bit like the upside-down hull of a ship. Others believe it's because the church is like a "ship" that carries people through life.
Another meaning of nave is completely different! It refers to the central part of a wheel. This is the part that connects to the axle (the rod that the wheel spins around). The spokes of the wheel (the thin rods that go from the center to the rim) connect to the nave. So, the nave is the very heart of a wheel, allowing it to turn smoothly.
Sometimes, "Nave" or "Naves" can also be a place name in different countries. For example, there are towns and villages called Nave in Italy, Portugal, and Spain. There's even a river called Nave in France!
- Nave Espacial de Varginha: This is a tall, interesting tower in Varginha, a city in Brazil. Its name means "Varginha Spaceship" in Portuguese, because it looks a bit like a spaceship! It's a famous landmark in the city.
See also
In Spanish: Nave para niños
