Gnomos (en. Gnomes)

/ˈɡnomos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A fantastic being, depicted as an underground inhabitant.
Gnomes are known for being the guardians of gems.
Los gnomos son conocidos por ser los guardianes de las gemas.
A garden character used as decoration.
We placed gnomes in the garden to give it a special touch.
Colocamos gnomos en el jardín para darle un toque especial.
A myth describing small beings living on the earth.
In stories, gnomes often help peasants.
En las historias, los gnomos a menudo ayudan a los campesinos.

Etymology

From Latin 'gnomus', meaning 'knowledge' or 'intelligence'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

garden gnome
A decorative figure representing a gnome, commonly found in gardens.
gnomo de jardín
to be like a gnome
To be very crouched or hunched over, like the gnomes in stories.
ser como un gnomo

Related Words

fantasy
Genre that includes beings like gnomes in its stories.
fantasía
mythology
A system of myths that includes characters like gnomes.
mitología
gardening
An activity that frequently uses gnomes as decoration.
jardinería

Slang Meanings

A type of person who hides or evades responsibilities.
Don't be a gnome, face your problems.
No seas un gnomo, enfrenta tus problemas.
Someone who acts in a curious or quirky way.
That guy is a real gnome at the party.
Ese tipo es un verdadero gnomo en la fiesta.