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    Greñas (en. Hair)

    /ɡreˈɲas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A collection of hair grouped in strands, resulting in a disheveled appearance.
    After the storm, her hair was full of tangles.
    Después de la tormenta, su cabello estaba lleno de greñas.
    A hairstyle characterized by tangled or tousled hair.
    The design on her head looked intentional, with multiple tangles.
    El diseño en su cabeza parecía intencional, con múltiples greñas.

    Etymology

    The word 'tangles' comes from the Latin 'crescere' which means to grow, related to hair growth.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have tangles
    To be with hair messy or tangled.
    tener greñas
    to make tangles
    To fix hair in a careless manner.
    hacer greñas

    Related Words

    manes
    Long and loose hair.
    melenas
    unkempt
    That is not styled, in disarray.
    despeinado
    tangled
    That is tied up or confusing.
    enredado

    Slang Meanings

    A hairstyle that looks messy but styled.
    She has some tangles that are very trendy.
    Ella lleva unas greñas que están muy de moda.
    Referring to someone who has not styled their hair.
    Today I feel like I have tangles, I don’t want to get ready.
    Hoy me siento con greñas, no tengo ganas de arreglarme.