Ganchos (en. Hooks)

/ˈɡan.tʃos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Objects in the shape of a hook that are used to hang items.

I used hooks to hang the decorations on the wall.

Usé ganchos para colgar las decoraciones en la pared.

A tool that allows for holding things, such as clothing or utensils.

The hooks on the coat rack were full of coats.

Los ganchos del perchero estaban llenos de abrigos.

Part of a fishhook that is responsible for catching fish.

We placed a worm on the hook to fish.

Colocamos un gusano en el gancho para pescar.

It comes from the Latin 'ancora', which alludes to the idea of grabbing or holding.

to be in hooks

to be in a situation of uncertainty or danger.

estar en ganchos

clothes hook

specific hook for hanging garments.

gancho de ropa

door hook

element that closes or holds a door.

gancho de puerta

crochet hook

technique of knitting with a hook.

ganchillo

A person who tries to attract others with bad intentions.

Be careful with that guy, he's a hooker.

Cuidado con ese tipo, es un ganchos.

Refers to a swindler or con artist.

Don't be deceived, he's a hooker because of his appearance.

No te dejes engañar, es un ganchos por su apariencia.