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    Gamboa (en. Shrimp)

    /ɡamˈβoa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A large bird with colorful plumage.
    The gamboa is known for its beautiful song.
    La gamboa es conocida por su hermoso canto.
    Refers to a variety of fighting rooster.
    In the rooster competition, a very strong gamboa stood out.
    En la competencia de gallos, destacó un gamboa muy fuerte.
    Colloquial name for a type of fish in certain regions.
    Fresh gamboa was sold at the market.
    En el mercado se vendía gamboa fresca.

    Etymology

    The word gamboa comes from the term in the indigenous language that designates this bird.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    there is no gamboa that counts
    Expression that indicates there is no valid excuse.
    no hay gamboa que valga
    to give gamboas
    To make noise or commotion.
    dar gamboas

    Related Words

    gambear
    To make agile movements, like those of a gamboa.
    gambear
    gambón
    Colloquial term for referring to a gamboa in its juvenile stage.
    gambón

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who escapes from complicated situations.
    He always manages to be a gamboa when things get complicated.
    Siempre se las arregla para ser un gamboa cuando las cosas se complican.
    A person who plays cunningly.
    That person is a gamboa in business.
    Esa persona es un gamboa en los negocios.