Hileras (en. Rows)

/ileɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of things arranged in line or in a series.
The rows of plants in the garden are very tidy.
Las hileras de plantas en el jardín son muy ordenadas.
Row or series of successive things.
On the farm, the rows of corn stretch across the field.
En la granja, las hileras de maíz se extienden a lo largo del campo.

Etymology

From the noun 'hilera', which is related to 'hilo', indicating a linear arrangement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to form rows
Arranging things in line.
formar hileras
rows of seats
Arrangement of seats in a place.
hileras de asientos

Related Words

row
Row of objects or beings arranged in line.
hilera
to align
To place in line.
alinear

Slang Meanings

In some agricultural contexts, it can be used to refer to a row of crops.
Here are the rows of lettuce ready for harvest.
Aquí están las hileras de lechugas listas para cosechar.
In the context of fashion, it sometimes refers to rows of clothing in a store.
The rows of dresses in the boutique are stunning.
Las hileras de vestidos en la boutique son espectaculares.