Olivo (en. Olive tree)

/oˈli.βo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Tree or shrub of the oleaceous family, known for its fruit, the olive.

The olive tree is a symbol of peace.

El olivo es un símbolo de paz.

Fruit of the olive tree, used for oil production.

Olives are harvested from the olive trees in autumn.

Las aceitunas son recogidas de los olivos en otoño.

Oil extracted from the fruit of the olive tree.

Olive oil is very healthy.

El aceite de oliva es muy saludable.

From Latin 'olīvum', which comes from Greek 'ἐλαιών' (elaion).

shade of an olive tree

An expression that suggests tranquility or peace.

sombra de un olivo

act like the olive

Referring to being resilient despite adversities.

hacer como el olivo

olive

Fruit of the olive tree, used in cooking and for making oil.

aceituna

olive oil

Fatty liquid obtained from the fruit of the olive tree.

aceite de oliva

Olive as a symbol of peace in conflict situations.

After the argument, they tried to make peace, like the olive.

Después de la discusión, intentaron hacer las paces, como el olivo.