Samaniego (en. Samaniego)

/samanjeɣo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A name that can refer to a person or place.
The Samaniego is known for its natural beauty.
El Samaniego es conocido por su belleza natural.
It can refer to a literary character in the work of Samaniego.
The fable written by Samaniego left an important lesson.
La fábula escrita por Samaniego dejó una importante enseñanza.

Etymology

From the surname Samaniego, of Basque origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Samaniego in literature
Referring to the fable works written by this author.
Samaniego en la literatura
To be a Samaniego
To be shrewd or clever, in reference to the characters in his fables.
Ser un Samaniego

Related Words

fable
A brief narrative with a moral lesson.
fábula
Samaniego (author)
Spanish author known for his fables in the 18th century.
Samaniego (autor)

Slang Meanings

To be shrewd or clever in complicated situations.
Don't worry, you just have to be a Samaniego.
No te preocupes, solo debes ser un Samaniego.
To do something with great cunning.
He always finds a way; he's a true Samaniego.
Siempre encuentra la manera, es un verdadero Samaniego.