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    Culebra (en. Snake)

    kuˈlebra

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Limbless reptile.
    The snake glides agilely across the ground.
    La culebra se desliza ágilmente por el suelo.
    Snake of various species.
    In the garden, we saw a very colorful snake.
    En el jardín vimos una culebra muy colorida.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'colubra', which means snake.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    he's like a snake
    Refers to someone who is very nervous or restless.
    está como una culebra
    to be a snake
    Indicates that someone is treacherous or cunning.
    ser una culebra
    to be snake
    Used in some contexts to refer to an enemy or deceptive person.
    ser culebra

    Related Words

    snake
    Reptile from the suborder serpentes, similar to the snake.
    serpiente
    ophidian
    Related to snakes, group to which the snake belongs.
    ofidio
    reptile
    Class of animals that includes snakes, snakes, and lizards.
    reptil

    Slang Meanings

    Very clever or manipulative person.
    That woman is a snake, she is always trying to gain an advantage.
    Esa mujer es una culebra, siempre está tratando de sacar ventaja.
    Someone who cheats or deceives.
    Don't pay attention to him, he's a snake in the game.
    No le hagas caso, es una culebra en el juego.