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    Poyo (en. Support)

    /ˈpo.ʝo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A seat or bench made of stone or wood, typically found in patios or gardens.
    The elders sit on the poyo to chat.
    Los ancianos se sientan en el poyo a conversar.
    In some regions, it refers to an elevated place or platform for observing.
    The farmer climbed onto the poyo to see the field.
    El agricultor subió al poyo para ver el campo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'podia', which means 'platform' or 'seat'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to sit on the poyo
    To rest or sit in a simple place.
    sentarse en el poyo
    stone poyo
    It specifically refers to a poyo that is made of stone.
    poyo de piedra

    Related Words

    bench
    Furniture with a structure for sitting.
    banco
    seat
    Object or place designed for sitting.
    asiento

    Slang Meanings

    It refers to an informal meeting place.
    Let's go to the poyo to chat.
    Vamos al poyo a charlar.
    Used in various communities to describe a resting place.
    The poyo is our favorite spot after working.
    El poyo es nuestro sitio favorito después de trabajar.