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    Pródiga (en. Prodigal)

    /ˈpɾodiɣa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It refers to a person who spends a lot, with no limits or control.
    She is a prodigal woman who doesn't know how to manage her money.
    Es una mujer pródiga que no sabe manejar su dinero.
    It is used to describe something that is given or produced abundantly.
    The land was prodigal in harvests during that season.
    La tierra era pródiga en cosechas durante esa temporada.
    It indicates a great waste or expenditure of resources.
    The feast was so prodigal that it surprised all the guests.
    El festín fue tan pródigo que sorprendió a todos los invitados.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'prodigus', which means 'waster' or 'abundant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    prodigal woman
    It refers to a woman who squanders or spends excessively.
    mujer pródiga
    prodigal life
    A way of life characterized by wastefulness and excessive generosity.
    vida pródiga
    prodigal acts
    Actions that involve a notable waste of resources or efforts.
    actos pródigos

    Related Words

    miracle
    An extraordinary or surprising phenomenon.
    prodigio
    to lavish
    To give generously or squander something.
    prodigarse

    Slang Meanings

    To spend a lot of money on parties.
    After his bonus, he became prodigal and spent the night partying.
    Después de su bono, se volvió pródiga y se pasó la noche de fiesta.
    To have a carefree attitude with money.
    He is so prodigal that he always buys unnecessary things.
    Es tan pródigo que siempre compra cosas innecesarias.