Paraje (en. Place)

/paˈɾaxe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A specific place or site.
We found a beautiful place to camp.
Encontramos un paraje hermoso para acampar.
A particular place where an action takes place.
The venue for the meeting was very welcoming.
El paraje de la reunión fue muy acogedor.
A remote place, often considered as a refuge or rest.
We looked for a quiet place to rest.
Buscamos un paraje tranquilo para descansar.

Etymology

From Old Spanish, related to 'parar', which means to stop in a place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

natural place
A place of natural beauty, generally away from urbanization.
paraje natural
to look for a place
Trying to find a quiet or secluded place to rest.
buscar un paraje
a dreamy place
An idealized place, perfect in its beauty.
un paraje de ensueño

Related Words

to stop
To stop in a place.
parar
parajeo
The action of searching for or finding a place.
parajeo

Slang Meanings

A cool or trendy place to go out.
That bar is a place, there is always good vibes.
Ese bar es un paraje, siempre hay buena onda.
A special place among friends.
The country house has become our place.
La casa del campo se ha convertido en nuestro paraje.