Jacinta (en. Hyacinth)

/xaˈsinta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Ornamental plant with flowers of very varied colors, used in gardening.
In spring, gardens are filled with hyacinths of different colors.
En primavera, los jardines se llenan de jacintas de diferentes colores.
Flowers that appear in clusters on the hyacinth plant.
The hyacinths in the middle of the field are a spectacle that attracts many tourists.
Las jacintas en el centro del campo son un espectáculo que atrae a muchos turistas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'hyacinthus', which refers to the plant known for its beauty.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hyacinth garden
A landscaped area filled with hyacinths symbolizes beauty and fragrance.
jardin de jacintas
hyacinth flowers
Refers to the flowers that come from the hyacinth plant.
flores jacintas

Related Words

bulb
The underground part of the hyacinth plant that stores nutrients.
bulbo
fragrance
The pleasant scent emitted by hyacinth flowers.
fragancia
ornamental
Refers to plants that are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic value.
ornamental

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment used to refer to someone sweet or charming.
You are like a hyacinth, you always bring joy to everyone.
Eres como una jacinta, siempre traes alegría a todos.
Used in some contexts to refer to an attractive woman.
That girl is a hyacinth, she attracts attention wherever she goes.
Esa chica es una jacinta, llama la atención por donde pasa.