Pajaritos (en. Little birds)

/paxaˈɾitos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
They are small-sized birds.
The little birds sing in the morning.
Los pajaritos cantan en la mañana.
It can affectionately refer to small children.
My little birds are playing in the park.
Mis pajaritos están en el parque jugando.
It is sometimes used to talk about dreams or illusions.
Sometimes the little birds tell me that everything will be okay.
A veces los pajaritos me dicen que todo estará bien.

Etymology

Diminutive of 'pájaro', which comes from Latin 'passer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to feed the little birds
To provide something to eat or help someone in need.
dar de comer a los pajaritos
little birds in the head
To have unrealistic ideas or thoughts.
pajaritos en la cabeza
like little birds
To do something in a simple or carefree manner.
como pajaritos

Related Words

bird
A bird of any species, generally larger than a little bird.
pájaro
nest
Place where birds live and reproduce.
nido
flight
Action of flying carried out by birds.
vuelo

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment to refer to a couple.
That couple seems like a couple of lovebirds.
Esa pareja parece unos pajaritos enamorados.
A state of euphoria or uncontrolled happiness.
Today I feel like a little bird, everything makes me laugh.
Hoy estoy como un pajarito, todo me hace reír.