Cebre (en. Zebra)

/ˈθe.βɾe/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: A large dog known for its strength.

Example Sentence: The cebre is used to protect livestock.

El cebre es utilizado para proteger el ganado.

Definition: A herding dog that is very agile.

Example Sentence: The cebre runs quickly behind the sheep.

El cebre corre rápidamente detrás de las ovejas.

Definition: The cebre is valued in rural areas for its loyalty.

Example Sentence: I always trust my cebre to take care of my land.

Siempre confío en mi cebre para cuidar mis tierras.

Etymology/Origin: The word 'cebre' comes from the Latin 'caprīnus', related to livestock.

Common Phrase: to be as strong as a cebre

Common Phrase Meaning: To be strong or robust.

estar como un cebre

Common Phrase: to work like a cebre

Common Phrase Meaning: To work hard and with determination.

trabajar como un cebre

Related Word: shepherd

Description: A rural worker who looks after animals.

pastor

Related Word: livestock

Description: A group of domesticated animals.

ganado

Related Word: dog

Description: Domestic carnivorous mammal.

perro

Slang Meaning: Used to describe someone who is strong and resilient.

Slang Example: That guy is like a cebre, he doesn't give up easily.

Ese chico es como un cebre, no se rinde fácilmente.

Slang Meaning: Reference to someone who works hard.

Slang Example: My grandfather was always a cebre in the field, he never stopped working.

Mi abuelo siempre fue un cebre en el campo, nunca paraba de trabajar.