Pajar (en. Haystack)

/paˈxar/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Building or place where straw or hay is stored.
The farmer took the straw to the barn before it started to rain.
El agricultor llevó la paja al pajar antes de que comenzara a llover.
Place where birds or small animals are cared for.
The barn was full of birds singing at dawn.
El pajar estaba lleno de pájaros cantando al amanecer.

Etymology

From the Latin 'pāxar', which means 'straw' or 'hay'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dream barn
An imaginary place where hopes and wishes are kept.
pajar de sueños
like a barn
Refers to a messy place or one filled with things.
como un pajar

Related Words

straw
Dry and thin material used for forage.
paja
little bird
Diminutive of bird, commonly used to refer to small birds.
pajarito

Slang Meanings

Place where informal meetings are held.
Let's go to the barn to have some fun.
Vamos al pajar a divertirnos un rato.
Area for rest or relaxation.
After work, I’m going to my barn to rest.
Después del trabajo, voy a mi pajar a descansar.