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    Carneros (en. Rams)

    /kaˈɾneɾos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    It refers to male sheep, used for reproduction.
    The rams in the field are very healthy.
    Los carneros del campo son muy saludables.
    It can denote a variety of more than one type of similar animal.
    On the farm, there are several different rams.
    En la granja, hay varios carneros diferentes.
    In some contexts, it is used metaphorically to describe people who are strong or stubborn.
    He always acts like a ram, without listening to others.
    Él siempre actúa como un carnero, sin escuchar a otros.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cārnerus', which relates to meat or sheep meat.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    battle ram
    It refers to a male sheep used in fights or competitions.
    carnero de batalla
    more foolish than a ram
    Expression that describes someone as not very intelligent.
    más tonto que un carnero
    to go like a ram
    Expression that indicates someone is being led without questioning.
    ir como un carnero

    Related Words

    sheep
    Female animal of the sheep species.
    oveja
    lamb
    Young sheep, especially before reaching maturity.
    cordero
    shepherd
    Person who takes care of sheep.
    pastor

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is easily led.
    Don't be a ram, think for yourself.
    No seas carnero, piensa por ti mismo.
    Someone who follows a leader without questioning.
    In the meeting, everyone was the boss's rams.
    En la reunión, todos eran carneros del jefe.