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    Páramo (en. Paramo)

    /ˈpa.ɾa.mo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: Deserted or sterile land, often elevated and with very sparse vegetation.
    Example sentence: The Andean moor is unique in its biodiversity.
    El páramo andino es único en su biodiversidad.
    Definition: Mountain ecosystem characterized by its cold climate and high mountain vegetation.
    Example sentence: Endemic species that do not live anywhere else can be found in the moor.
    En el páramo se pueden encontrar especies endémicas que no viven en otros lugares.
    Definition: Geographical area that has a cold and dry climate, typically situated above the tree line.
    Example sentence: The moors are important for water supply in the nearby regions.
    Los páramos son importantes para el suministro de agua en las regiones cercanas.

    Etymology

    Etymology: From the Latin 'paramus', meaning 'high' or 'elevated'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: truly desolate
    Meaning: Refers to a lonely or desolate place.
    páramo de verdad
    Phrase: in the moor
    Meaning: Means being in an unfavorable or difficult situation.
    en el páramo

    Related Words

    Related word: moors
    Description: Plural of moor.
    páramos
    Related word: Andean moor
    Description: Refers to the specific ecosystem of the Andes.
    páramo andino

    Slang Meanings

    Meaning: An inhospitable or unwelcoming place.
    Example: That bar is a moor, there's never anyone there.
    Ese bar es un páramo, nunca hay nadie.
    Meaning: A boring or monotonous situation.
    Example: The meeting was a total moor.
    La reunión fue un páramo total.