Alameda (en. Mall)

/alaˈmeða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: A public place or garden adorned with poplars.

Example Sentence: The alameda in the park is perfect for walking.

La alameda del parque es perfecta para pasear.

Definition: A path or walkway lined with trees, especially poplars.

Example Sentence: We sat down to rest in the alameda while enjoying the scenery.

Nos sentamos a descansar en la alameda mientras disfrutamos del paisaje.

Definition: A wooded area used as a recreational space.

Example Sentence: The children play in the alameda during summer afternoons.

Los niños juegan en la alameda durante las tardes de verano.

Etymology/Origin: From Hispano-Arabic 'alámada', which came from Classical Arabic 'ghūmā', meaning 'tree'.

Phrase: to take a walk in the alameda

Meaning: To walk and enjoy the surroundings in a green area.

dar un paseo por la alameda

Related Word: poplar

Description: Tree of the genus Populus, common in alamedas.

álamo

Related Word: walk

Description: A path or route for walking or strolling.

paseo

Slang Meaning: A place where people usually meet to socialize.

Slang Example: In the alameda, there are always nice people around.

En la alameda siempre hay gente de buen rollo.

Slang Meaning: Used to refer to a relaxed or calm situation.

Slang Example: This weekend will be an alameda, we are going to relax at home.

Este fin de semana será una alameda, vamos a descansar en casa.