Ojeda (en. Eye)

/oˈxeða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Designation for some fish of the cyprinid family.
The ojeda is a fish found in rivers and freshwater lakes.
La ojeda es un pez que se encuentra en ríos y lagos de agua dulce.
It is used in some areas to refer to a particular fish of the cyprinid family.
Local fishermen talk about the abundance of the ojeda during the rainy season.
Los pescadores del lugar comentan sobre la abundancia de la ojeda en la temporada de lluvias.

Etymology

The origin of the term 'ojeda' comes from the Latin term that refers to certain freshwater fish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take a glance
to quickly look at something or someone.
echar una ojeda
clever as a fish
someone who swims well or is very skilled in the water.
ojeda como un pez

Related Words

fish
aquatic animal that lives in freshwater or saltwater.
pez
seafood
fish that has been caught and prepared for consumption.
pescado

Slang Meanings

Refers to a crafty person or someone who knows what to do in difficult situations.
That guy is very ojeda; he always gets what he wants.
Ese tipo es muy ojeda, siempre consigue lo que quiere.
Used to describe someone who is cool or admirable.
Juan is an ojeda; he is always helping others.
Juan es un ojeda, siempre está ayudando a los demás.