Césped (en. Grass)

/ˈsesped/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Definition: Part of the land surface that is covered with grass.
Example Sentence: The child plays on the grass in the park.
El niño juega en el césped del parque.
Definition: Area of cultivated grass, especially for ornamental or recreational use.
Example Sentence: The garden has very well-maintained grass.
El jardín tiene un césped muy bien cuidado.
Definition: Layer of herbaceous plants that grow on a terrain.
Example Sentence: The grass turns golden in summer if not watered.
El césped se vuelve dorado en verano si no se riega.

Etymology

Etymology/Origin: From the Latin 'cespite', which means 'on the grass'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Common Phrase: artificial grass
Common Phrase: Synthetic material that mimics natural grass.
césped artificial
Common Phrase: mow the grass
Common Phrase: Action of mowing or trimming the grass in a specific area.
cortar el césped
Common Phrase: play on the grass
Common Phrase: Engaging in recreational activities on the grass.
jugar en el césped

Related Words

Related Word: herb
Related Word Description: Small herbaceous plant that covers the ground.
hierba
Related Word: garden
Related Word Description: Area of land, usually landscaped, designated for the cultivation of plants.
jardín
Related Word: park
Related Word Description: Public space intended for leisure and recreation, usually with grass.
parque

Slang Meanings

Slang Meaning: Grass that is in poor condition.
Slang Example: That house has neglected grass; it looks like a battleground.
Esa casa tiene un césped descuidado, parece un campo de batalla.
Slang Meaning: Artificial grass used on sports fields.
Slang Example: The stadium has such perfect grass that it looks real.
El estadio tiene un césped tan perfecto que parece de verdad.