Ganado (en. Won)

/ɡaˈna.ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A group of animals that are raised in a livestock operation.
Cattle is used for meat and milk production.
El ganado vacuno se utiliza para la producción de carne y leche.
Domesticated animals that are raised on farms.
The farm's livestock includes sheep, goats, and pigs.
El ganado de la granja incluye ovejas, cabras y cerdos.
Grazing animals that are raised for economic use.
The rise in the price of livestock has affected the local economy.
El aumento del precio del ganado ha afectado la economía local.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'to win,' related to the breeding of domestic animals.

Common Phrases and Expressions

major livestock
It refers to cattle.
ganado mayor
minor livestock
It refers to sheep, goats, or other minor animals.
ganado menor

Related Words

livestock farming
Activity dedicated to the breeding of livestock.
ganadería
livestock farmer
A person dedicated to raising livestock.
ganadero
pasture
Land where livestock is fed.
pastura

Slang Meanings

In the context of conversation, it refers to people attracted to someone.
That guy has a lot of appeal because of his likability.
Ese chico tiene mucho ganado por su simpatía.
To have something secured or achieved.
I’ve already secured first place in the contest.
Ya tengo ganado el primer lugar en el concurso.