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    Patrón (en. Pattern)

    /paˈtɾon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who has authority or power over others.
    The boss of the company decided to implement new policies.
    El patrón de la empresa decidió implementar nuevas políticas.
    A model or guide that is followed as an example.
    The design pattern we use is very effective.
    El patrón de diseño que utilizamos es muy eficaz.
    An owner or proprietor of a business or establishment.
    The boss of the restaurant always greets his customers with a smile.
    El patrón del restaurante siempre recibe a sus clientes con una sonrisa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'patrónus', meaning 'protector' or 'owner'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lifestyle pattern
    A model of behavior that is followed in life.
    patrón de vida
    to be the boss
    To have control or command over something.
    ser el patrón
    follow the pattern
    To act in accordance with an established model.
    sigue al patrón

    Related Words

    design pattern
    A model that is followed in the creation of products.
    patrón de diseño
    fiscal pattern
    A model used by the tax office to classify taxpayers.
    patrón fiscal
    musical pattern
    A structure that repeats in a musical composition.
    patrón musical

    Slang Meanings

    Boss or person in a position of power in a colloquial sense.
    The 'boss' is not in the office today.
    El 'patrón' no está en la oficina hoy.
    In some contexts, it refers to a friend or buddy in an informal tone.
    What's up, boss? Let's go out.
    ¿Qué pasa, patrón? Vamos a salir.