Paje (en. Page)

/ˈpa.xe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: A person who assists nobles in ceremonies and events.

Example Sentence: The page carried the rings during the wedding.

El paje llevó los anillos durante la boda.

Definition: A boy who serves as a helper to knights.

Example Sentence: The page learned to ride a horse for his duties.

El paje aprendió a montar a caballo para sus deberes.

Definition: Term sometimes used derogatorily to refer to someone who behaves in a servile manner.

Example Sentence: He is acting like a page in front of his boss.

Está actuando como un paje ante su jefe.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'pagia', which means 'young bird' or 'servant'.

Common Phrase: to be a page

Meaning: To act in a servile or assisting manner.

hacer de paje

Common Phrase: to be a page

Meaning: To play a role of helping or supporting, often with negative connotations.

ser un paje

Related Word: knight

Description: A person who belongs to the nobility and has privileges.

caballero

Related Word: servant

Description: A person who works in the service of another, usually in a household.

criado

Related Word: attendant

Description: A person who works for another, performing domestic tasks.

sirviente

Slang Meaning: It is used to refer to a flattering or servile person.

Slang Example: That guy is a page, he is always flattering the boss.

Ese tipo es un paje, siempre está halagando al jefe.

Slang Meaning: Someone who does favors for free in the hope of receiving something in return.

Slang Example: Don't be a page, do it only if you really want to help.

No seas un paje, hazlo solo si realmente quieres ayudar.