Rodeo (en. Rodeo)

/roˈðe.o/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Event or competition where cattle handling skills are displayed.
The city's rodeo gathers the best riders in the country.
El rodeo de la ciudad reúne a los mejores jinetes del país.
Activity that involves horse breaking and showcasing cowboy skills.
Every summer a rodeo is held in the countryside.
Cada verano se celebra un rodeo en el campo.
verb
Act of participating in or attending a rodeo event.
I will rodeo this weekend with my friends.
Voy a rodear este fin de semana junto a mis amigos.

Etymology

From Spanish 'rodeo', which means 'to go around' or 'to encircle'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bull rodeo
Show that includes bullfighting.
rodeo de toros
take a detour
To take a longer route to the destination.
hacer un rodeo
cattle rodeo
Events related to the handling of breeding animals.
rodeo de ganado

Related Words

cowboy
Person who works with cattle.
vaquero
horse
Animal used in the rodeo.
caballo
cattle
Group of breeding animals.
ganado

Slang Meanings

Rodeo of life
He is always in a rodeo of life, facing constant challenges.
Él siempre está en un rodeo de la vida, enfrentando desafíos constantes.
To surround someone
In the game, players have to surround their opponent.
En el juego, los jugadores tienen que rodear a su oponente.