Quintas (en. Fifths)

/ˈkin.tas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Rural properties, often used for agriculture or recreation.

We spent the weekend at my grandfather's villas.

Pasamos el fin de semana en las quintas de mi abuelo.

Parcels of land that can be cultivated or used for relaxation.

The villas are perfect for escaping the city.

Las quintas son perfectas para escapar de la ciudad.

Places where fruits and vegetables are cultivated in a rural setting.

In the region's villas, they grow the best tomatoes.

En las quintas de la región, producen los mejores tomates.

From Latin 'quinta', referring to the fifth part or to land properties.

summer villas

Properties used during the summer season for relaxation.

quintas de verano

to go to the villa

Visiting a rural property to unwind.

ir a la quinta

cultivation villas

Areas designated for growing vegetables or fruits.

quintas de cultivo

estate

Rural property that includes houses and land.

finca

farming

Activity related to animal husbandry and plant cultivation.

granjería

parcel

Portion of land that belongs to a property.

parcela

A party held at a rural property.

Last week we had a gathering at Pedro's country house.

La semana pasada tuvimos una quinta en la casa de campo de Pedro.

Enhancement of a relaxation spot for groups.

We are going to have a gathering with friends this spring.

Vamos a hacer una quinta con amigos esta primavera.