Sajón (en. Saxon)
/saˈxon/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A person of Germanic origin, especially from ancient northern Germany.
The Saxons were an important people in medieval history.
Los sajones fueron un pueblo importante en la historia medieval.
Related to the Saxons or their culture.
Saxon art is characterized by its elaborate wood carvings.
El arte sajón se caracteriza por sus elaborados grabados en madera.
A person who stands out for their traditional ideals and resistance to change.
He is a Saxon in his way of thinking, always clinging to old customs.
Es un sajón en su manera de pensar, siempre aferrándose a las viejas costumbres.
Etymology
From Latin 'Saxones', referring to a group of Germanic peoples.
Common Phrases and Expressions
purebred Saxon
A person who is completely Saxon, without cultural mixture.
sajón de pura cepa
Saxon fool
Refers to a person with a closed or inflexible mentality.
tonto sajón
Related Words
saxonism
Cultural movement that defends Saxon traditions.
sajonismo
Saxon (feminine form)
Feminine form of Saxon.
sajona
Slang Meanings
Term used to describe someone very traditional.
He is a Saxon; he doesn't like things to change.
Él es un sajón, no le gusta que cambien las cosas.
A person very attached to their land and traditions.
When he talks about his town, it is clear that he is a Saxon at heart.
Cuando habla de su pueblo, se nota que es un sajón de corazón.