Pradera (en. Meadow)
/pɾaˈðeɾa/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A wide expanse of land covered with grass found in temperate or warm regions.
The prairie is an ideal habitat for various species of animals.
La pradera es un hábitat ideal para diversas especies de animales.
Area of grass used for livestock.
Ranchers take their cows to graze on the prairie.
Los ganaderos llevan sus vacas a pastar en la pradera.
Geographical area where grasslands prevail.
In North America, prairies are very common.
En Norteamérica, las praderas son muy comunes.
Etymology
From Latin 'praterius', meaning 'of the meadows' or 'pastures'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
testing ground
A space used to experiment or test something.
pradera de pruebas
beyond the prairie
Reference to distant or unknown places.
más allá de la pradera
Related Words
grassland
Land covered with grass where animals feed.
pastizal
sabino
Type of tree typically found in prairie areas.
sabino
Slang Meanings
Term used in some regions to refer to an open and quiet place.
Let’s go to the prairie to spend some time outdoors.
Vamos a la pradera a pasar un rato al aire libre.
Colloquial use to refer to large expanses of undeveloped land.
That prairie is perfect for having a picnic.
Esa pradera es perfecta para hacer un picnic.