Lerma (en. Lerma)
[ˈleɾma]
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A river in Mexico that originates in the State of Mexico and flows into the Gulf of Mexico.
The Lerma River is one of the main bodies of water in the region.
El río Lerma es uno de los principales cuerpos de agua de la región.
A locality in various states of Mexico that bears the name Lerma.
The city of Lerma is known for its colonial architecture.
La ciudad de Lerma es conocida por su arquitectura colonial.
Etymology
Of pre-Hispanic origin, although its exact meaning is unclear.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Green Lerma
Name of a specific area in the municipality of Lerma.
Lerma Verde
Traveling along the Lerma
Traveling along the course of the river.
Viajar por el Lerma
Related Words
river
A natural watercourse that flows through a channel.
río
locality
A population or specific place that may bear the name Lerma.
localidad
Slang Meanings
Reference to a meeting place in the locality of Lerma.
Let's go to Lerma to see if we find the crew.
Vamos al Lerma a ver si encontramos a la banda.
It is sometimes used to refer to a person who is originally from the locality of Lerma.
That guy has been a lerma for life.
Ese chico es un lerma de toda la vida.