Menesterosos (en. Needy)

/menes̺teˈɾosos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who lack resources or means to subsist.
The needy often receive help from charitable organizations.
Los menesterosos suelen recibir ayuda de organizaciones benéficas.
Individuals in a state of indigence or extreme poverty.
The city has implemented programs to assist the needy.
La ciudad ha implementado programas para ayudar a los menesterosos.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'ministeriosus', related to need or service.

Common Phrases and Expressions

needy and in need
It refers to those individuals who require urgent assistance.
menesterosos y necesitados
help for the needy
Actions aimed at assisting those in conditions of poverty.
ayuda a los menesterosos
desperate situation
Description of a state of economic precariousness.
situación menesterosa

Related Words

need
Need or lack of something.
menester
assistance
Help or support provided to those who need it.
asistencia
charity
Act of helping those who are in need.
caridad

Slang Meanings

People without resources
On the street, I saw many needy people asking for help.
En la calle, vi a muchos menesterosos que piden ayuda.
Poor
In the urban area, a large number of needy people can be observed.
En la zona urbana, se observa una gran cantidad de menesterosos.