Gallegos (en. Galicians)

/ɡaˈʝeɣos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Inhabitants of Galicia, a region in the northwest of Spain.
Galicians are known for their hospitality.
Los gallegos son conocidos por su hospitalidad.
Galician language or its regional variant.
Galician is a co-official language in Galicia.
El gallego es una lengua cooficial en Galicia.
A characteristic lifestyle of the people from Galicia.
The culture of Galicians is reflected in their gastronomy.
La cultura de los gallegos se refleja en su gastronomía.

Etymology

The term 'gallego' comes from the Latin 'gallaecus', which refers to the inhabitants of Gallaecia, the ancient region that includes present-day Galicia.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Galicians in power!
An expression that means Galicians are in a position of advantage or authority.
¡Gallegos al poder!
To be more Galician than the most Galician
Denotes someone with strong Galician roots or characteristics.
Ser más gallego que el más gallego
Like a Galician
Used to describe something that is considered typical of Galicia, particularly in reference to food.
Como un gallego

Related Words

Galicia
Autonomous region in the northwest of Spain, home to the Galicians.
Galicia
Galleguism
Preference or inclination towards Galician customs and culture.
galleguismo
Galician emigrant
A person originally from Galicia who has moved to another region or country.
emigrante gallego

Slang Meanings

To say foolish things
To do something silly or illogical.
Hacer algo tonto o ilógico.
Galician to the core
Refers to someone with a deep Galician identity.
Se refiere a alguien con una profunda identidad gallega.