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    Jabalí (en. Wild boar)

    /xa.βaˈli/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Mammal from the family of suids that lives in forests and mountains.
    The wild boar is a very strong and agile animal.
    El jabalí es un animal muy fuerte y ágil.
    Its meat is valued in gastronomy.
    The wild boar is used in many traditional recipes.
    El jabalí se utiliza en muchas recetas tradicionales.
    It is characterized by its dark fur and robust body.
    In the mountainous area, it is common to see wild boars.
    En la zona montañosa, es común ver jabalíes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'aprica', related to the term 'javelina' which refers to a type of wild pig.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be more dangerous than a wild boar
    To be very risky or threatening.
    ser más peligroso que un jabalí
    to hunt wild boars
    To participate in the activity of hunting this animal.
    cazar jabalíes
    to eat wild boar meat
    To consume a dish made with wild boar meat.
    comer carne de jabalí

    Related Words

    blood
    Large wild pigs that are more aggressive.
    sangre
    deer
    Herbivorous mammal that inhabits forests, often seen alongside wild boars.
    ciervo

    Slang Meanings

    A rough or uncouth person.
    Don’t be a wild boar, speak with respect.
    No seas un jabalí, habla con respeto.
    Someone who behaves aggressively.
    That guy is a wild boar; he’s always causing trouble.
    Ese chico es un jabalí, siempre está causando problemas.