Campo (en. Countryside)
ˈkampo
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Surface of land that is cultivated or used for agricultural activities.
The farmer works in his field.
El agricultor trabaja en su campo.
Extensive area, usually outdoors, that is not built upon.
The field is full of flowers in spring.
El campo está lleno de flores en primavera.
Branch of study or particular activity.
She is an expert in the field of biology.
Ella es experta en el campo de la biología.
Etymology
From Latin campus, which means 'field' or 'plain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
battlefield
Area where an armed conflict takes place.
campo de batalla
minefield
Dangerous zone filled with explosives.
campo minado
within the field
Within the specialization or area of study.
dentro del campo
Related Words
peasant
Person who lives and works in the countryside.
campesino
countryside
Cultivated land that surrounds a city.
campiña
campsite
Established place for camping.
campamento
Slang Meanings
Receiver of information in a rural environment.
That guy is a campo; he knows everything that happens in the region.
Ese tipo es un campo, sabe todo lo que pasa en la región.
Refers to a person who has a strong connection with nature.
That girl is very campo; she is always outdoors.
Esa chica es muy campo, siempre está en el aire libre.