Dallas (en. Dallas)

/ˈdæləs/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Important city in the state of Texas, United States.
Dallas is famous for its role in the oil industry.
Dallas es famosa por su papel en la industria del petróleo.
Headquarters of several Fortune 500 corporations.
Many companies have their headquarters in Dallas.
Muchas empresas tienen su sede en Dallas.
Known for its American football team, the Dallas Cowboys.
The Dallas Cowboys are a symbol of pride for the city.
Los Dallas Cowboys son un símbolo de orgullo para la ciudad.

Etymology

The name comes from George M. Dallas, an American politician.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Dallas Cowboys
Professional American football team based in Dallas.
Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Mavericks
NBA basketball team based in Dallas.
Dallas Mavericks
Back in Dallas
Phrase that refers to returning to Dallas, often used in a humorous or nostalgic context.
Back in Dallas

Related Words

Texas
State in the southern United States where Dallas is located.
Texas
Fort Worth
Neighboring city to Dallas, part of the metropolitan area.
Fort Worth
Plano
Suburb of Dallas, known for its quality of life.
Plano

Slang Meanings

To refer to someone who is very ambitious or hardworking.
That guy is very Dallas, he is always working on something.
Ese chico es muy de Dallas, siempre está trabajando en algo.
To describe something that is big or impressive.
That party was very 'Dallas', there were over a thousand people.
Esa fiesta fue muy 'Dallas', había más de mil personas.