Campos (en. Fields)

/ˈkam.pos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Expansive land, usually outdoors, that can be cultivated or used for other purposes.
The wheat fields are abundant in this region.
Los campos de trigo son abundantes en esta región.
Area designated for a specific use, such as sports or study fields.
The soccer fields are well-maintained by the club.
Los campos de fútbol están bien mantenidos por el club.
Multiple areas or disciplines of knowledge or activity.
There are various fields of scientific research.
Hay diversos campos de investigación científica.

Etymology

From Latin 'campus', which means 'field' or 'plain'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

battlefield
Area where combat takes place.
campo de batalla
in the open field
In a place without obstructions or covers.
a campo abierto
leave in the field
Abandon something in an unprotected place.
dejar en campo

Related Words

rural
Related to the field or rural life.
campestre
peasant
Person who works in the field.
campesino
campaign
Operation or activity carried out in a specific field.
campaña

Slang Meanings

Referring to a rural area where activities are very relaxed.
We're going to spend the weekend in the fields and disconnect.
Vamos a pasar el fin de semana a los campos y desconectar.
It can be used to refer to something disorganized or chaotic.
That party was a real mess; there were people everywhere.
Esa fiesta fue un verdadero campo, había personas por todas partes.