Murcia (en. Murcia)

/ˈmuɾθja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Name of an autonomous community located in the southeast of Spain.
Murcia is known for its rich gastronomy.
Murcia es conocida por su rica gastronomía.
Capital of the autonomous community of the same name.
The city of Murcia has an impressive cathedral.
La ciudad de Murcia tiene una catedral impresionante.
Province of Spain that bears the same name.
The province of Murcia has beautiful beaches along the coast.
La provincia de Murcia tiene hermosas playas en la costa.

Etymology

The term 'Murcia' derives from the Arabic influence in the Iberian Peninsula, possibly from 'Murx', which refers to water.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Murcia, how beautiful you are
An expression used to highlight the beauty of the region.
Murcia, qué hermosa eres
From Murcia
A phrase used to refer to something that comes from this region.
De Murcia

Related Words

murciano
Adjective referring to people or things originating from Murcia.
murciano
huerta
Traditional agricultural area of the region known for its crops.
huerta

Slang Meanings

Expression used to refer to something typical or characteristic of Murcia.
That is very murciano, its flavor is unique!
Eso es muy murciano, ¡su sabor es único!
Colloquial usage to refer to an inhabitant of Murcia.
That guy is a murciano, he knows a lot about tapas.
Ese tipo es un murciano, sabe mucho de tapas.