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    Rodeos (en. Rodeos)

    /roˈðe.os/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A competition or show of horsemanship, where different tests are performed with livestock.
    The fair's rodeo was very exciting.
    El rodeo de la feria fue muy emocionante.
    A situation where one must navigate difficulties or problems before achieving a goal.
    I had to make many detours before getting the permit.
    Tuve que hacer muchos rodeos antes de conseguir el permiso.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'rodear', which means to go around something.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to beat around the bush
    To avoid getting straight to the point in a conversation.
    dar rodeos
    to make detours
    To take a longer or more complicated route to reach a place.
    hacer rodeos
    to take the long way around
    To attend rodeo events or related competitions.
    ir a los rodeos

    Related Words

    horse
    Animal used in rodeos for training and competitions.
    caballo
    cowboy
    Person who works with livestock and participates in rodeos.
    vaquero
    cattle
    Group of grazing animals used in rodeos.
    ganado

    Slang Meanings

    To go around in circles to reach a place or resolve a matter.
    Don't beat around the bush, get to the point.
    No hagas rodeos, ve al grano.
    To approach a problem indirectly.
    He always beats around the bush to avoid answering directly.
    Siempre hace rodeos para no contestar directamente.