Guipúzcoa (en. Guipuzcoa)
/ɡi.pus.ko.a/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Province located in the north of Spain, in the Autonomous Community of the Basque Country.
Guipúzcoa is famous for its picturesque landscapes and its cuisine.
Guipúzcoa es famosa por sus pintorescos paisajes y su gastronomía.
Area characterized by Basque culture and the Basque language.
Basque is spoken by many in Guipúzcoa.
El euskera es hablado por muchos en Guipúzcoa.
It is situated between the provinces of Bizkaia and Álava.
Guipúzcoa borders Bizkaia to the west.
Guipúzcoa limita al oeste con Bizkaia.
Etymology
The name Guipúzcoa comes from the term 'gipuzko', which means 'land of shepherds' in Basque.
Common Phrases and Expressions
From Guipúzcoa
It refers to something or someone originating from this province.
De Guipúzcoa
Guipuzcoan culture
Set of customs and traditions characteristic of Guipúzcoa.
Cultura guipuzcoana
Related Words
Basque
Official language spoken in the Basque Country.
euskera
San Sebastián
Capital of Guipúzcoa, known for its beauty and beaches.
San Sebastián
Txakoli
Typical wine from the Guipúzcoa region.
Txakoli
Slang Meanings
Term used to refer to someone from Guipúzcoa.
The guy is very 'guipuzkoa' for pintxo wars.
El tío es muy 'guipuzkoa' para guerras de pintxos.
Colloquial word to express pride in Basque culture.
I feel very 'guipuzkoa' when I sing in Basque.
Me siento muy 'guipuzkoa' cuando canto en euskera.