Olmedo (en. Olmedo)

/olˈmeðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Olmedo is a toponym that can refer to places in Spain.
Olmedo is a municipality in the province of Valladolid.
Olmedo es un municipio de la provincia de Valladolid.
The name can also refer to people, like the famous Spanish painter.
The olmedo that won the award is well-known in the locality.
El olmedo que ganó el premio es conocido en la localidad.
Olmedo also refers to a type of tree (elm) in some contexts.
The olmedo is commonly used in landscaping.
El olmedo se utiliza comúnmente en paisajismo.

Etymology

From Latin 'ulmus', meaning 'elm', a common tree in the region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Olmedo in history
Reference to historical events that happened in places called Olmedo.
Olmedo en la historia
Visit Olmedo
Expression implying going to the place famous for its cultural heritage.
Visitar Olmedo
The artistic Olmedo
Refers to works or individuals related to the arts coming from Olmedo.
El Olmedo artístico

Related Words

elm
Tree from the family Ulmaceae, associated with the name Olmedo.
olmo
culture
The cultural characteristics of the Olmedo region.
cultura

Slang Meanings

Colloquial expression among young people to refer to something cool.
That party was a real olmedo.
Esa fiesta fue un verdadero olmedo.
Name given to a group of friends who always have fun together.
I'm going out with the olmedos tonight.
Voy a salir con los olmedos esta noche.