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    Garza (en. Heron)

    /ˈɡaɾθa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A large aquatic bird with a long beak and long legs that lives in wet areas.
    The heron perched on the riverbank looking for fish.
    La garza se posó en la orilla del río buscando peces.
    Symbol of tranquility and beauty in nature.
    The landscape was beautiful, with herons flying over the lake.
    El paisaje era hermoso, con garzas volando sobre el lago.
    Name given to several species of birds in the genus Ardea.
    Different types of herons can be observed in the park.
    En el parque se pueden observar diferentes tipos de garzas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'garza', which comes from an Indo-European root referring to wading birds.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be like a heron
    To be calm or tranquil.
    estar como una garza
    to work like a heron
    To work with patience and dedication.
    trabajar como una garza
    white heron
    Reference to purity or cleanliness in a poetic context.
    garza blanca

    Related Words

    wader
    Bird that has long legs and is capable of walking on water.
    zancuda
    aquatic
    Living in or near water.
    acuática
    plumage
    A collection of feathers of a bird.
    plumaje

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is very thin.
    He got so thin that he looks like a heron.
    Se quedó tan delgado que parece una garza.
    Someone who moves gracefully.
    That girl dances like a heron.
    Esa chica baila como una garza.