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    Gallina (en. Hen)

    /ɡaˈlina/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A very well-known domestic bird that is mainly raised for its meat and eggs.
    The hen lays eggs that are used in many recipes.
    La gallina pone huevos que se utilizan en muchas recetas.
    The female of the rooster, which is the male of the species.
    The rooster crows at dawn, while the hen remains in the nest.
    El gallo canta al amanecer, mientras que la gallina se queda en el nido.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'gallīna', which means 'hen' or 'gallina'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    golden egg hen
    Referring to a source of wealth or continuous success.
    gallina de los huevos de oro
    to chicken out
    To be afraid or to be cowardly.
    hacer gallina

    Related Words

    rooster
    Male of the hen, known for its crowing.
    gallo
    chick
    Chick of a hen.
    pollito

    Slang Meanings

    It refers to a scared or cowardly person.
    Don't be a chicken, dare to talk to her.
    No seas gallina, atrévete a hablar con ella.
    Colloquial way to refer to a woman who acts submissively.
    He says she is a chicken because she always does what he says.
    Él dice que ella es una gallina porque siempre le hace caso.