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    Álamos (en. Poplars)

    /ˈalamos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A genus of trees that includes several species, such as the trembling aspen and black poplar.
    In the countryside, poplars grew that provided shade on hot days.
    En el campo crecían álamos que daban sombra en los días de calor.
    Trees that usually grow near rivers and lakes.
    The poplars were part of the landscape we enjoyed during our walks.
    Los álamos eran parte del paisaje que disfrutábamos durante los paseos.
    They are used in the wood industry and in paper manufacturing.
    The planting of poplars has increased due to their demand in the industry.
    La plantación de álamos se ha incrementado por su demanda en la industria.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'populus', which means 'people', in reference to the trees often planted in public places.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Under the poplars
    It is used to refer to a quiet place and shade.
    Bajo los álamos
    Poplars in the wind
    Phrase that evokes images of nature and peace.
    Álamos en el viento
    Shade of poplars
    It refers to a cool and pleasant place.
    Sombra de álamos

    Related Words

    populus
    Scientific name of the genus to which poplars belong.
    populus
    tree
    Perennial plant with a woody stem that branches at a certain height above the ground.
    árbol
    forest
    Area of land covered with trees.
    bosque

    Slang Meanings

    When someone is fickle like the poplar that trembles in the wind.
    That boy is a poplar, he never knows what he wants.
    Ese chico es un álamo, nunca sabe qué quiere.
    It is used to describe something that is in danger of disappearing.
    That party is like the poplars, about to fade away.
    Esa fiesta está como los álamos, a punto de perderse.