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    Patrón (en. Pattern)

    /pa'tɾon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who has authority over others, usually in a work context.
    The company's patron always listens to his employees' suggestions.
    El patrón de la empresa siempre escucha las sugerencias de sus empleados.
    Refers to a model or a standard to follow.
    That architect is a model of creativity in design.
    Ese arquitecto es un patrón de la creatividad en diseño.
    In some contexts, it refers to the owner of a business, especially in rural areas.
    The ranch's patron ensures that everything works correctly.
    El patrón del rancho se encarga de que todo funcione correctamente.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'patronus', meaning defender or protector.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    There is no patron
    Expression indicating the absence of control or authority.
    no hay patrón
    Pattern of behavior
    Reference to a behavior that is established as a model.
    patrón de conducta
    Traffic pattern
    Refers to the organization of traffic on a specific route.
    patrón de tráfico

    Related Words

    Patronage
    Action of protecting or sponsoring someone.
    patronazgo
    Employer
    Related to patrons or employers.
    patronal
    Little patron
    A loving diminutive used to refer to the patron.
    patroncito

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial use to refer to a person who subsidizes or financially supports someone.
    That guy is my patron; he always helps me when I have problems.
    Ese tipo es mi patrón; siempre me ayuda cuando tengo problemas.
    In a more informal sense, refers to a loyal friend or companion.
    That’s my patron, we are always together at parties.
    Ese es mi patrón, siempre estamos juntos en las fiestas.