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    Barquero (en. Boatman)

    /baɾˈkeɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who is dedicated to steering or managing a boat.
    The barquero guided the tourists along the river.
    El barquero guió a los turistas por el río.
    A name given to the person who transports passengers or goods in a boat.
    The barquero charged for each passenger he transported.
    El barquero cobró por cada pasajero que trasladó.
    Operator of a small vessel.
    The barquero dropped anchor when they arrived at the destination.
    El barquero echó anclas cuando llegaron al destino.

    Etymology

    From the noun 'barca' and the suffix '-ero', which indicates occupation or belonging.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a barquero
    To be someone who helps cross difficult places.
    ser un barquero
    barquero of dreams
    A person who guides others in their aspirations.
    barquero de sueños

    Related Words

    boat
    A large vessel used for transportation on water.
    barco
    navigation
    Action of moving through water.
    navegación
    to row
    To set a vessel in motion with oars.
    remar

    Slang Meanings

    People who take advantage of others in vulnerable situations.
    Don’t be a barquero, let’s help others without expecting anything in return.
    No seas un barquero, ayudemos a los demás sin esperar nada a cambio.
    Referring to someone who moves between two groups or situations.
    He has a barquero behavior, he’s always in the middle.
    Tiene un comportamiento de barquero, siempre está en el medio.