Burros (en. Donkeys)
/ˈbu.rros/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Domestic mammal used as a pack animal.
Donkeys are very resilient and can carry heavy loads.
Los burros son muy resistentes y pueden llevar cargas pesadas.
Clumsy or foolish person in a colloquial context.
You are a donkey for not having studied for the exam.
Eres un burro por no haber estudiado para el examen.
A small vehicle used in some rural areas.
We carried our things on a donkey to cross the mountain.
Llevamos nuestras cosas en un burro para cruzar la montaña.
Etymology
From Old Spanish 'burro', of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Latin term 'burricus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to act like a donkey
To act clumsily or foolishly.
hacer burro
burden donkey
A person who bears a lot of work or responsibilities.
burro de carga
not to be a donkey
Not to be foolish or naive.
no ser un burro
Related Words
load
Load or weight that is transported.
carga
donkey
Animal similar to the donkey, also used for carrying.
asno
fox
In certain contexts, it can refer to a cunning person.
zorro
Slang Meanings
A person who acts clumsily.
Don't be a donkey and think before you speak.
No seas burro y piensa antes de hablar.
Derogatory term for someone who does not want to learn.
That idea is foolish; you should inform yourself better.
Esa idea es de burros, deberías informarte mejor.