Figueroa (en. Figueroa)

/fiɡeˈɾoa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Surname of Spanish origin.
The Figueroa family is well-known in the region.
La familia Figueroa es conocida en la región.
Geographical place that may bear this name.
I live near Figueroa Street.
Vivo cerca de la calle Figueroa.
Way of referring to a person from a locality with this name.
He is a very kind Figueroa.
Es un Figueroa muy amable.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'figuero', related to the cultivation of figs.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Figueroa del Norte
Reference to a specific locality.
Figueroa del Norte
Figueroa Street
Name of many streets in various cities.
Calle Figueroa
The Figueroa family
Group of people who share the surname.
La familia Figueroa

Related Words

fig tree
Plant that produces figs.
figuera
fig
Fruit of the fig tree.
higo

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term to refer to someone clever.
That Figueroa knows how to get what he wants.
Ese Figueroa sabe cómo conseguir lo que quiere.
Way of talking about someone in a derogatory manner.
Don't be a Figueroa and help your friends.
No seas un Figueroa y ayuda a tus amigos.