Búho (en. Owl)

/ˈbu.o/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Bird of the family Strigidae, known for its ability to hunt at night.

Example Sentence: The owl is an excellent night hunter.

El búho es un excelente cazador nocturno.

Definition: Symbol of wisdom in many cultures.

Example Sentence: The owl is considered a symbol of wisdom.

El búho es considerado un símbolo de sabiduría.

Definition: Very common species in various regions of the world.

Example Sentence: In the countryside, it is easy to see an owl perched on a tree.

En el campo, es fácil ver un búho posado sobre un árbol.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'bubo', meaning 'owl' or 'night bird'.

Common Phrase: wiser than an owl

Meaning: refers to a person who is very intelligent or has much wisdom.

más sabio que un búho

Common Phrase: night owl

Meaning: describes someone who is active during the night.

noctámbulo como un búho

Common Phrase: see everything like an owl

Meaning: refers to having a clear vision of things, like an owl's ability to see in the dark.

ver todo como un búho

Related Word: barn owl

Description: Another night bird that belongs to the same family as the owl.

lechuza

Related Word: wisdom

Description: Ability to apply knowledge and experience in practical situations.

sabiduría

Related Word: nocturnal

Description: Occurs or is active during the night.

nocturno

Slang Meaning: A very wise person or one who seems to have a lot of knowledge.

Example: That guy is an owl; he always knows what to do in complicated situations.

Ese tipo es un búho, siempre sabe qué hacer en situaciones complicadas.

Slang Meaning: Someone who works or studies at night.

Example: I'm an owl; I can never concentrate during the day.

Soy un búho, nunca puedo concentrarme durante el día.