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    Canario (en. Canary)

    /kaˈnaɾio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A small bird of the finch family, native to the Canary Islands, famous for its song.
    The yellow canary is highly valued for its melodious song.
    El canario amarillo es muy apreciado por su canto melodioso.
    A person from the Canary Islands.
    The canary always talks proudly of its homeland.
    El canario siempre habla con orgullo de su tierra.

    Etymology

    From the Latin term 'canaria', which means 'belonging to the Canary Islands'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a canary
    to refer to someone who sings a lot or tells secrets.
    ser un canario
    caged canaries
    a metaphor to refer to people limited in their freedom.
    canarios enjaulados

    Related Words

    canary breeding
    Breeding and care of canaries.
    canaricultura
    Canarian
    Adjective referring to something or someone from the Canary Islands.
    canariense
    little canary
    A loving diminutive for referring to a canary.
    canarito

    Slang Meanings

    A person who talks too much or gossips.
    That girl is a canary, she can't stop talking about everything happening.
    Esa chica es un canario, no para de hablar de todo lo que pasa.
    Someone happy and cheerful, like a canary singing.
    Since she found a job, she’s like a canary.
    Desde que encontró trabajo, está como un canario.