Labrado (en. Tilled)

/laˈβɾaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Work done on the land to cultivate it.
The tilling of the field is essential for a good harvest.
El labrado del campo es esencial para una buena cosecha.
Action of carving a material, such as wood or stone.
The artist dedicated himself to carving sculptures in marble.
El artista se dedicó al labrado de esculturas en mármol.
verb
Action of preparing the land for cultivation.
Farmers till the land before sowing.
Los agricultores labran la tierra antes de sembrar.

Etymology

From the verb 'labrAR', which comes from the Latin 'laborare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

handcrafted
The work done manually, without machinery.
labrado a mano
fine carving
It refers to a carved work that is detailed and precise.
labrado fino

Related Words

tillage
Technique of preparing the land for cultivation.
labranza
to till
Verb that means to perform work on the land.
labrar

Slang Meanings

Solid ground or durable soil.
This tilled ground feels solid, perfect for building.
Este labrado se siente sólido, perfecto para construir.