Labradora (en. Labrador)

/laβɾaˈðoɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person dedicated to plowing the land.
The laborer worked in the fields since dawn.
La labradora trabajaba en el campo desde el amanecer.
A woman who cultivates or works in agriculture.
The laborer harvested the tomatoes in the summer season.
La labradora cosechó los tomates en la temporada de verano.
A woman who helps with farmwork.
In the family, the laborer took care of feeding the animals.
En la familia, la labradora se encargaba de alimentar a los animales.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'laborator', which means 'one who plows' or 'one who works'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

down like a laborer
It refers to someone who works hard under difficult conditions.
bajo como una labradora
laborer of dreams
A person who works on something they yearn for or desire.
labradora de sueños

Related Words

to plow
To shape or work the land.
labrar
labor
Work, especially in the field.
labor

Slang Meanings

Refers to a strong and hardworking woman.
That laborer gives up on nothing.
Esa labradora no se rinde ante nada.
To perform the traditional role in the field.
She is the laborer of the family, always busy.
Ella es la labradora de la familia, siempre ocupada.