Pendientes (en. Earrings)
/penˈdjentes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Jewelry that hangs from the ears.
She wears very elegant earrings.
Ella lleva unos pendientes muy elegantes.
Things that are on hold or have not yet been resolved.
I need to finish some pending tasks before I leave.
Necesito terminar algunos pendientes antes de irme.
Etymology
The term 'earrings' comes from the verb 'pendiar', which refers to something that hangs or is on hold.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pending
To be waiting for something.
pendientes de
to make pending
To finish tasks that are about to be completed.
hacer pendientes
to have pending
To have unresolved tasks or matters.
tener pendientes
Related Words
studs
A specific type of jewelry that is worn on the ears.
aretes
jewelry
Valuable objects that are used as ornaments.
joyas
tasks
Activities that must be carried out.
tareas
Slang Meanings
To be attentive or aware of something.
You have to be aware of the news.
Tienes que estar pendientes de las noticias.
To refer to topics or tasks that need attention.
I have many pending tasks at work.
Tengo muchos pendientes en el trabajo.