Honbres (en. Men)
/on.bɾes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to male individuals.
The men at the meeting discussed the project.
Los honbres en la reunión discutieron el proyecto.
In some contexts, it can refer to humans in general.
Men and women must be treated equally.
Los honbres y mujeres deben ser tratados con igualdad.
Colloquial use in certain fields to refer to groups of men.
The men in the neighborhood gathered to play soccer.
Los honbres del barrio se reunieron para jugar fútbol.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'hominis', which means man or human being.
Common Phrases and Expressions
men of good character
Honest individuals with good intentions.
hombres de bien
men of action
People who make decisions and act accordingly.
hombres de acción
men and women
Generic reference to all people, regardless of gender.
hombres y mujeres
Related Words
man
Male individual.
hombre
masculinity
A set of attributes, behaviors, and roles associated with men.
masculinidad
male
Term used to designate a male individual.
varón
Slang Meanings
Man who behaves in an exaggerated or stereotypical manner.
That guy acts like a man in public.
Ese tipo actúa como un honbres en público.
Group of male friends.
I went out with the guys last Saturday.
Salí con los honbres el sábado pasado.