Hiedra (en. Ivy)

/'jɛðɾa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: Perennial climbing plant with lobed leaves.

Example sentence: The ivy covers the garden walls.

La hiedra cubre las paredes del jardín.

Definition: This plant is widely used for outdoor decoration.

Example sentence: I decided to plant ivy around the terrace.

Decidí plantar hiedra alrededor de la terraza.

Definition: Its growth is rapid and it can become invasive.

Example sentence: I must be careful, as ivy quickly invades the space.

Debo tener cuidado, ya que la hiedra invade rápidamente el espacio.

Etymology/origin: From Latin 'hedera'.

Phrase: settled ivy

Meaning: It refers to ivy that grows in a specific place, often on walls.

hiedra posada

Phrase: to be like ivy

Meaning: Indicates that someone is very persistent or clings to something.

ser como hiedra

Related word: climber

Description: A plant that develops by surrounding or clinging to other objects.

trepadora

Related word: plant

Description: A living being from the plant kingdom, generally with roots, stem, and leaves.

planta

Meaning: In some contexts, it refers to someone who is very perseverant.

Example: That person is like ivy, they never give up.

Esa persona es como una hiedra, nunca se rinde.