Piñas (en. Pineapples)

/ˈpi.ɲas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Tropical fruit of the pineapple plant, known for its sweet and sour taste.
I made a pineapple smoothie for breakfast.
Hice un batido de piñas para el desayuno.
Plant of the bromeliad family that produces the fruit of the same name.
The pineapple grows in warm climates.
La piña crece en climas cálidos.
In some countries, it refers to a situation or thing of high quality.
The party was a blast.
La fiesta fue una piña.

Etymology

From the Spanish term 'piña', which comes from the Latin 'pīnea', meaning 'pine cone'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stick together
To unite or collaborate in a group.
hacer piña
to be very close-knit
To be very united or supportive.
ser una piña

Related Words

ananás
Another name for pineapple, used in other countries.
ananás
fruit
Any type of fruit, including pineapple.
fruta

Slang Meanings

A complicated or problematic situation.
That meeting was a mess; nobody understood each other.
Esa reunión fue una piña, nadie se entendió.
Something that is excellent or very enjoyable.
The concert last night was amazing.
El concierto anoche fue una piña.