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    Camellos (en. Camels)

    /ka'me.ʎos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Large animals adapted to live in deserts.
    Camels are capable of enduring long journeys without water.
    Los camellos son capaces de soportar largas travesías sin agua.
    Inhabitants of the desert that are used as pack animals.
    In some cultures, camels are essential for transporting goods.
    En algunas culturas, los camellos son esenciales para el transporte de mercancías.
    It can colloquially refer to symbols of endurance and patience.
    That person is a true camel, always bearing the load in difficult times.
    Esa persona es un verdadero camello, siempre soportando la carga en momentos difíciles.

    Etymology

    From Hispano-Arabic 'camell', and this from Arabic 'جمل' (jamāl).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    desert camels
    It refers to the camels that live in the desert, adapted to those conditions.
    camellos del desierto
    to be a camel
    An expression that denotes someone who bears a heavy load or effort.
    ser un camello

    Related Words

    dromedary
    A species of camel that has a single hump.
    dromedario
    camelid
    Family of mammals that includes camels and dromedaries.
    camelido

    Slang Meanings

    It is used in some contexts to refer to people who deal drugs.
    That group of friends is known as camels on the street.
    Ese grupo de amigos se conoce como camellos en la calle.
    Term used to describe someone who is burdensome or always carrying things.
    Juan is a camel, he is always carrying more than he can handle.
    Juan es un camello, siempre está cargando más de lo que puede.