Herreros (en. Blacksmiths)
/eˈre.ros/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Artisans who forge and work with iron.
The blacksmiths of antiquity were highly respected in their communities.
Los herreros de la antigüedad eran muy respetados en sus comunidades.
People responsible for making custom metal objects.
The blacksmith made a unique sword for the knight.
El herrero hizo una espada única para el caballero.
Workers who repair metal machinery and tools.
The blacksmith fixed the plow that was damaged.
El herrero arregló el arado que estaba dañado.
Etymology
From Latin 'ferrarius', related to iron.
Common Phrases and Expressions
as stubborn as a blacksmith
Someone very stubborn or persistent.
cabezón como un herrero
Related Words
forge
The process of shaping metal through heat and pressure.
forja
iron
A metallic chemical element essential for many constructions.
hierro
Slang Meanings
Neighborhood blacksmith
That guy is the best blacksmith in the neighborhood, he repairs everything.
Ese tipo es el mejor herrero del barrio, repara todo.