Estribo (en. Stirrup)

/es'tɾi.βo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Support placed on both sides of the saddle for the rider to mount and hold on to.

Example Sentence: The stirrup allowed him to mount the horse more easily.

El estribo le permitió subir al caballo con más facilidad.

Definition: Element of a structure that holds weight or serves as support.

Example Sentence: The stirrup of the ladder provided stability.

El estribo de la escalera le daba estabilidad.

Definition: Part of the inner ear that helps with hearing.

Example Sentence: The vibration of sound moves the stirrup and transmits sound waves.

La vibración del sonido mueve el estribo y transmite las ondas sonoras.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'strībo', which meant 'support'.

Common Phrase: to be in the stirrup

Meaning: To be prepared to act or intervene.

estar en el estribo

Common Phrase: safety stirrup

Meaning: Additional support to prevent falls.

estribo de seguridad

Related Word: chair

Description: Furniture for sitting.

silla

Related Word: mount

Description: To get on a horse.

montar

Slang Meaning: To have an opportunity to advance in a situation.

Slang Example: He is in the stirrup to get a promotion at his job.

Está en el estribo para conseguir el ascenso en su trabajo.

Slang Meaning: To be on the brink of collapse or danger.

Slang Example: The company is in a financial stirrup.

La empresa está en el estribo financiero.