Heno (en. Hay)

/ˈeno/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Dry fodder obtained from grass that is cut and dried in the sun, primarily used to feed animals.
Hay is essential in feeding horses during the winter.
El heno es esencial en la alimentación de los caballos durante el invierno.
Agricultural product that is stored for later use.
The farmer harvested the hay at the end of summer.
El granjero cosechó el heno a finales de verano.
Material used for mulching in gardens or to improve soil.
I used hay to cover the plants in my garden.
Usé heno para cubrir las plantas en mi jardín.

Etymology

From Latin 'fenum', which means 'grass' or 'fodder'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to throw hay
To offer help or make an effort to assist.
echar heno
to be like hay
To feel in perfect health or spirits.
estar como un heno

Related Words

fodder
Animal feed, generally of plant origin, used fresh or dry.
forraje
pasture
Area of land covered with grass where animals are fed.
pastura
cultivation
Process of cultivating plants for agricultural use.
cultivo

Slang Meanings

In some places, it refers to a complicated or difficult situation.
That project is a total hay, I don’t understand anything.
Ese proyecto está hecho un heno, no entiendo nada.
It can be used to describe something in disorder or chaotic.
Today's class was a complete hay.
La clase de hoy fue un heno total.