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    Látigo (en. Whip)

    /ˈlat̪iɡo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A tool used for striking, generally made of leather, used in the training of animals.
    The cowboy used a whip to guide the horse.
    El vaquero usaba un látigo para dirigir al caballo.
    In a figurative sense, it refers to severe criticism or punishment.
    The author received the whip of literary criticism for his latest novel.
    El autor recibió el látigo de la crítica literaria por su última novela.
    A tool used in some sports, such as rodeo, to maneuver with agility.
    The rider demonstrated his skill with the whip during the competition.
    El jinete demostró su habilidad con el látigo durante la competencia.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'lātīca', which means 'palm' or 'flogging.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a whip
    to offer severe penalties or criticisms.
    dar un látigo
    whip of justice
    reference to punishments in the name of justice.
    látigo de la justicia
    with an iron fist
    indicates acting with severity or rigor.
    con mano dura

    Related Words

    flog
    To whip or strike with a whip.
    fustigar
    flogger
    A person who uses a whip to strike.
    azotador
    to whip
    To execute a punishment or penalty.
    correr el látigo

    Slang Meanings

    Expression referring to something very fast or sudden.
    The match ended with a whip, nobody expected it.
    El partido terminó con un látigo, nadie lo esperaba.
    Said of someone who is very critical or severe.
    Don't cross Juan, he has a whip in his tongue.
    No te cruces con Juan, tiene un látigo en su lengua.