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.