Lanzas (en. Spears)

/ˈlanzas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Long, sharp weapon used in war and hunting.

Example Sentence: Ancient warriors used spears in battles.

Los guerreros de la antigüedad utilizaban lanzas en las batallas.

Definition: A variety of plant that has a long, narrow stem, often used in decoration.

Example Sentence: Decorative spears add an exotic touch to the garden.

Las lanzas de decoración añaden un toque exótico al jardín.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'lancea', which means spear or throwing weapon.

Common Phrase: throw in the towel

Meaning: To surrender or give up.

lanzar la toalla

Common Phrase: let out a scream

Meaning: To express great fear or surprise.

lanzar un grito

Common Phrase: throw stones

Meaning: To make criticisms or disagreements towards someone.

lanzar piedras

Related Word: throw

Description: To throw or fling something with force.

lanzar

Related Word: launch

Description: The action of throwing something.

lanzamiento

Related Word: thrower

Description: Person or thing that throws.

lanzador

Slang Meaning: Spear as a term for someone very slim.

Example: That boy is so tall and thin, he looks like a spear.

Ese chico es tan alto y delgado, parece una lanza.

Slang Meaning: Spear as a term for attractive girls.

Example: That girl is a spear, she's stunning.

Esa chica es una lanza, está impresionante.