Pájaros (en. Birds)

/ˈpaxaɾos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Living beings that belong to the class of birds, characterized by having wings and feathers.
In the park, there are many birds singing.
En el parque hay muchos pájaros cantando.
Any bird, regardless of species.
The birds fly south in winter.
Los pájaros vuelan al sur en invierno.
Refers to a group of birds.
The birds group together to nest.
Los pájaros se agrupan para anidar.

Etymology

From Latin 'avis', which means bird.

Common Phrases and Expressions

A bird in the hand
It indicates that it is better to secure what you have than to risk it for something uncertain.
pájaro en mano
Every bird in its nest
Suggestion that each person should be in their rightful place.
cada pájaro en su nido
A bird in the hand is worth more than a hundred in the bush
Advice in favor of the safe over the uncertain.
más vale pájaro que ciento

Related Words

Bird
Class of animal that includes all birds.
ave
Feather
Structure that covers the body of a bird.
pluma
Nest
Place where birds lay their eggs and raise their chicks.
nido

Slang Meanings

Silly or not very clever person.
That idea is from a bird.
Esa idea es de un pájaro.
Someone who is in a state of momentary madness.
You're acting like a bird.
Estás actuando como un pájaro.