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    Irún (en. Irun)

    /iˈɾun/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Common name for a freshwater fish.
    The irún is a fish that inhabits rivers and lakes.
    El irún es un pez que habita en ríos y lagos.
    A species of fish found in warm waters.
    Irunes can be caught off the coast during the summer.
    Se pueden pescar irunes en la costa durante el verano.
    Used in cuisine in various regions.
    The irún is grilled in some places.
    El irún se prepara a la parrilla en algunos lugares.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word irún comes from indigenous languages that name this fish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to walk like an irún
    Describing someone who walks awkwardly.
    andar como un irún
    to go for the irún
    Expression meaning to go look for something specific.
    ir a por el irún

    Related Words

    fisherman
    Person who catches fish.
    pescador
    aquatic
    Lives in water.
    acuático
    lake
    Body of freshwater or saltwater, larger than a puddle.
    lago

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who is very quick or agile.
    Runs like an irún when playing soccer.
    Corre como un irún cuando juega fútbol.
    Used to describe a person who is clever.
    Always finds a way to get ahead, he is an irún.
    Siempre encuentra la forma de salir adelante, es un irún.