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    Merendero (en. Picnic area)

    /meɾenˈdeɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A space or place set up to enjoy snacks.
    The park's merendero is ideal for spending the afternoon.
    El merendero del parque es ideal para pasar la tarde.
    Area of a house or establishment where light food is served in the afternoon.
    I am going to set the table in the merendero for the visit.
    Voy a preparar la mesa en el merendero para la visita.
    Facilities in campsites or recreational areas for families to have snacks.
    The merenderos at the beach are usually crowded during the summer.
    Los merenderos en la playa suelen estar llenos durante el verano.

    Etymology

    It derives from 'merendar', which comes from the Latin 'merenda', meaning 'light dinner'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a merendero
    To organize a snack in a specific place.
    hacer un merendero
    family merendero
    A space to enjoy snacks in a group, usually family-oriented.
    merendero familiar
    outdoor merendero
    A place for having snacks located outdoors, such as parks.
    merendero al aire libre

    Related Words

    merendar
    The action of eating something light between main meals.
    merendar
    merienda
    Light food taken in the late afternoon.
    merienda
    picnic
    Food taken outdoors, usually in a park.
    picnic

    Slang Meanings

    A term used to refer to an informal gathering to eat something.
    Let's have a merendero at Pedro's house this weekend.
    Vamos a hacer un merendero en casa de Pedro este fin de semana.
    It refers to a specific place recognized for snacks.
    The merendero on the corner is famous for its pastries.
    El merendero de la esquina es famoso por sus tortas.