Cabrera (en. Goatherd)
/kaˈβɾeɾa/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A person who is dedicated to the breeding and care of goats.
The cabrera of the region has many goats of different breeds.
La cabrera de la región tiene muchas cabras de diferentes razas.
In some cultures, it refers to a woman who takes care of animals in the countryside.
That cabrera is known for her skill in managing herds.
Esa cabrera es conocida por su habilidad en el manejo de los rebaños.
A term that can be used to describe a rural lifestyle focused on goat farming.
The life of a cabrera is very different from that of those who live in the city.
La vida de la cabrera es muy diferente a la de quienes viven en la ciudad.
Etymology
From Latin 'caprarius', which means 'related to goats'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Cabrera de los montes
It refers to a cabrera who lives in mountainous areas.
Cabrera de los montes
Land of cabreras
It alludes to a region where many goats are raised.
Tierra de cabreras
Life of a cabrera
It describes a traditional lifestyle in the countryside.
Vida de cabrera
Related Words
goats
The animals that a cabrera raises.
cabras
cabral
Related to goats or goat breeding.
cabral
shepherd
A person who takes care of herds, including goats.
pastor
Slang Meanings
Expression used to refer to someone who is foolish or does silly things.
Don't be a cabrera, think before you act.
No seas cabrera, piensa antes de actuar.
Usage in some regions to describe complicated or tangled situations.
That meeting was a total cabrera.
Esa reunión fue un cabrera total.