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    Arriero (en. Muleteer)

    /aˈrjeɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who guides and takes care of pack animals.
    The arriero knows the way to the mountain very well.
    El arriero conoce muy bien el camino hacia la montaña.
    The driver of a caravan of pack animals.
    Arrieros usually carry goods from one village to another.
    Los arrieros suelen llevar mercancías de un pueblo a otro.
    A person who handles the transportation of goods in mountainous regions.
    Arrieros are essential for trade in rural areas.
    Los arrieros son esenciales para el comercio en áreas rurales.

    Etymology

    It comes from the old Spanish 'arriar', which means 'to tether animals'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to earn like an arriero
    To earn money in an uncertain or risky way.
    ganar como arriero
    from arriero to boss
    To move from a lower status to a higher one, usually through effort.
    de arriero a patrón

    Related Words

    arriar
    Action of tying animals so they do not escape.
    arriar
    cargo
    Everything that is carried or transported.
    carga
    road
    Route used to travel from one place to another.
    camino

    Slang Meanings

    To be on the move as an arriero
    To be on the road, traveling aimlessly.
    Estar en la carretera, viajando sin rumbo fijo.
    To be an arriero
    It is used to describe someone who takes risks in business.
    Se usa para describir a alguien que toma riesgos en los negocios.