Gata (en. Female cat)
/ˈɡata/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A woman who owns a cat.
My friend's cat is very affectionate.
La gata de mi amiga es muy cariñosa.
An attractive or flirtatious woman in slang.
That girl is a cat who knows how to attract attention.
Esa chica es una gata que sabe cómo llamar la atención.
Female cat.
The cat has three kittens in her litter.
La gata tiene tres gatitos en su camada.
Etymology
From the Latin 'cattus', which means 'cat'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be like a cat in Tepito
to be very uncomfortable in a situation.
estar como gato en tepito
there's no hidden cat
there's nothing hidden, everything is evident.
no hay gato encerrado
each cat in its house
everyone in their place.
cada gato en su casa
Related Words
cat
Domestic feline animal, male of the cat.
gato
kitten
Kitten, young feline.
gatito
cat house
Group of cats or place where they are raised.
gaterío
Slang Meanings
A woman who has relationships with rich men for interest.
She is just looking for a cat to support her.
Ella solo busca un gato que la mantenga.
A very cunning person or one who knows how to take advantage of circumstances.
She is a cat; she always gets what she wants.
Es una gata, siempre consigue lo que quiere.