Dragón (en. Dragon)

/dɾaˈɣon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Mythical creature that appears in numerous cultures, often associated with strength and wisdom.
The dragon of the legend guards a treasure in its cave.
El dragón de la leyenda custodia un tesoro en su cueva.
In some cases, a model of a combat aircraft.
The dragon is one of the most advanced aircraft in the fleet.
El dragón es uno de los aviones más avanzados de la flota.
A type of tropical plant, also known as drago, whose trunk is resinous.
The dragon can be found in the Canary Islands.
El dragón puede ser encontrado en las Islas Canarias.

Etymology

From Latin 'draco', meaning 'serpent' or 'dragon'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a dragon
To be very strong or powerful.
ser un dragón
to dance with dragons
To face difficult or dangerous situations.
bailar con dragones

Related Words

Komodo dragon
A large lizard found in Indonesia.
dragón de Komodo
sea dragon
A sea fish that is dragon-shaped.
dragón de mar

Slang Meanings

Term used to refer to a capable or highly competent person in something.
That girl is a dragon in mathematics.
Esa chica es un dragón en las matemáticas.
It can refer to a very powerful car.
That car is a dragon, it goes like lightning.
Ese coche es un dragón, corre como un rayo.