Jinetes (en. Riders)

/xiˈnetes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
It refers to people who ride horses, especially in competitions or exhibitions.
The riders compete on the track during the horse fair.
Los jinetes compiten en la pista durante la feria de caballos.
Man or woman who participates in equestrian shows.
The riders' competition attracts many visitors each year.
La competencia de jinetes atrae a muchos visitantes cada año.
Term used in the context of breaking and training horses.
Riders must have a lot of patience when training horses.
Los jinetes deben tener mucha paciencia al entrenar a los caballos.

Etymology

It comes from the Old Spanish 'jinete', which means rider or horseman.

Common Phrases and Expressions

night riders
People who ride horses during the night.
jinetes de la noche
competitive riders
Riders who participate in formal competitions.
jinetes de competencia
desert riders
Riders who travel through desert areas, often associated with adventure.
jinetes del desierto

Related Words

horse
Animal used for riding and agriculture work.
caballo
horseback riding
The art or practice of riding a horse.
equitación
breaking
Process of training a horse to be ridden.
doma

Slang Meanings

Rider in the sense of a casual lover.
He is known as a rider in his circle of friends.
Él es conocido como un jinete en su círculo de amigos.
Used to describe someone who has many loves or relationships.
She said he is a rider, always with a different girl.
Ella dijo que él es un jinete, siempre con una chica diferente.