Praderas (en. Meadows)

/pɾaˈðeɾas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Surface of grassy land with little woodland.
The prairies are important habitats for many species of wildlife.
Las praderas son hábitats importantes para muchas especies de fauna.
Geographic area that features characteristics of plains with predominant vegetation of grasslands.
Many crops are developed in the prairies of North America.
En las praderas de América del Norte se desarrollan muchos cultivos.
Land where grasses primarily grow.
The prairies are ideal for raising livestock.
Las praderas son ideales para la cría de ganado.

Etymology

From Latin 'pratum', meaning 'meadow' or 'grassland'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

run through the prairies
To move freely through open and vast areas.
correr por las praderas
the prairies of the West
Reference to the large expanses of land in the western United States.
las praderas del oeste

Related Words

meadow
Land sown with grass, especially where animals graze.
prado
pampa
Extensive fertile plain characteristic of Argentina.
pampa

Slang Meanings

To live freely.
After many years in the city, he decided to go to the prairies and live his life.
Después de muchos años en la ciudad, decidió irse a las praderas y vivir su vida.
To refer to a tranquil and natural lifestyle.
That place is full of prairies, perfect for relaxing.
Ese lugar está lleno de praderas, perfecto para relajarse.