Bastones (en. Walking sticks)

/basˈtones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Elongated objects used for physical support while walking.

The elderly man uses canes to walk safely.

El anciano utiliza bastones para caminar con seguridad.

Sticks used in sports or dance activities.

Dancers often use canes as part of their act.

Los bailarines a menudo usan bastones como parte de su acto.

Sticks used in music or ceremonial performance.

The conductor holds a baton to keep time.

El director de orquesta sostiene un bastón para marcar el ritmo.

From Latin 'bastō', which means 'support' or 'stick'.

to give a cane

To offer support or help.

dar bastón

to be like a cane

To be in a state of dependence.

estar como un bastón

command staff

Reference to an object that symbolizes authority.

bastón de mando

crutch

Cane used primarily by people with difficulty walking.

muleta

stick

Long, thin sticks, similar to a cane.

vara

support

Reference to the assistance provided by canes.

apoyo

To use canes to represent authority or command.

In some cultures, carrying canes symbolizes power.

En algunas culturas, llevar bastones simboliza poder.

Cane as a synonym for emotional or moral support.

I always count on my friends as canes in difficult times.

Siempre cuento con mis amigos como bastones en momentos difíciles.