Largas (en. Long)

/ˈlaɾɣas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A type of clothing that is long.
She wears long skirts in summer.
Ella usa unas faldas largas en verano.
It can refer to a long time frame.
They have long waits to be attended to in the hospital.
Tienen largas esperas para ser atendidos en el hospital.
Sentences or speeches that are extensive.
He gave a very long speech on the topic.
El presentó un discurso muy largo sobre el tema.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'longus', which means 'long'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to procrastinate
To postpone or delay something.
dar largas
to talk at length
To speak at length about a topic.
hablar largas
long times
To refer to extensive periods of time.
tiempos largos

Related Words

long (feminine)
Feminine singular form of long.
larga
length
Measure of length or extent.
largura

Slang Meanings

To exaggerate or do something more than it is.
Don't procrastinate with your friend, just tell him the truth.
No le des largas a tu amigo, solo dile la verdad.
To take time on a task.
You always procrastinate on your homework when the due date approaches.
Siempre le das largas a tu tarea cuando se acerca la fecha de entrega.