Halcón (en. Hawk)

/alˈkon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Bird of prey characterized by its sharp eyesight and ability to hunt.

The hawk perched on a branch, carefully watching its prey.

El halcón se posó sobre una rama, observando atentamente a su presa.

Symbol of power and speed in various cultures.

In many insignias, the hawk represents the strength of the warrior.

En muchas insignias, el halcón representa la fuerza del guerrero.

Name given to certain military units for their agility and precision.

The elite unit's hawks were deployed for the mission.

Los halcones de la unidad de élite fueron desplegados para la misión.

From Latin 'falconem', which designates birds of the genus Falco.

war hawk

A person very skilled in conflicts, who acts cunningly.

halcón de guerra

look like a hawk

To be attentive and observant.

mira como un halcón

have the eyesight of a hawk

To have good vision or perception.

tener vista de halcón

hawks

Plural of hawk, refers to several specimens of this bird.

halcones

falconry

Area where hawks are cared for and bred.

halconera

falconer

Person dedicated to hunting or breeding hawks.

halconero

A person who seeks and finds information quickly.

He's a hawk on social media; he always knows what's happening.

Es un halcón en redes sociales, siempre sabe lo que pasa.

Someone very good at making deals.

Be careful, he is a hawk in business.

Ten cuidado, él es un halcón en los negocios.