Bajos (en. Low)

/ˈbaxos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The lower part of something or a place.
The basement of the house needs renovation.
Los bajos de la casa necesitan una renovación.
Sound that falls within the lowest frequency range.
I like music with deep bass.
Me gusta la música con bajos profundos.
Refers to geographical areas that are at lower altitude.
The shallows of the river are an excellent place to fish.
Los bajos del río son un excelente lugar para pescar.

Etymology

From Latin 'bajus', which means 'low' or 'inferior'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

underworld
Areas of bad reputation or crime.
bajos fondos
low-income
Description of people or communities with low income.
de bajos recursos
base instincts
Unethical or immoral behaviors.
bajos instintos

Related Words

height
Measurement of what rises above a reference point.
altura
level
Position in relation to a plane or surface.
nivel
elevation
Action of raising something to a higher elevation.
elevación

Slang Meanings

Smoking marijuana
We were in the park, low and relaxed.
Estábamos en el parque, bajos y relajados.
Being in a state of sadness or depression
Since he broke up with his girlfriend, he has been very down.
Desde que rompió con su novia, anda muy bajos.