Carmen (en. Carmen)

/ˈkaɾmen/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Poetic composition that is sung or recited.
The carmen that he wrote is very emotional.
El carmen que escribió es muy emotivo.
Small garden or land dedicated to the cultivation of flowers.
The carmen in his house is more beautiful in spring.
El carmen en su casa es más hermoso en primavera.
Reference to the Virgin of Carmen, the wife of God in Catholic tradition.
The day of Carmen is celebrated in many communities.
El día del Carmen es celebrado en muchas comunidades.

Etymology

From the Latin 'carmen', which means 'song' or 'poem'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

carmen of the secrets
It refers to a work or text that holds mysteries.
carmen de los secretos
carmen of history
It alludes to stories or songs that represent historical events.
carmen de la historia

Related Words

song
Musical composition that is sung.
canción
poem
Work written in verse or prose that expresses feelings.
poema
virgin
Religious figure that represents purity.
virgen

Slang Meanings

In some regions, it refers to a beautiful girl.
That girl is a carmen, everyone looks at her.
Esa chica es un carmen, siempre la miran.
In informal contexts, it can refer to a party or celebration.
Let's have a carmen this weekend.
Vamos a hacer un carmen este fin de semana.