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    Sierpe (en. Snake)

    /ˈsjerpe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Long and flexible snake, often associated with evil or treachery.
    The myth said that the serpent guarded the treasure's hiding place.
    El mito decía que la sierpe guardaba el escondite del tesoro.
    A symbol of wisdom and knowledge in some cultures.
    The serpent represents wisdom in many ancient traditions.
    La sierpe representa la sabiduría en muchas tradiciones antiguas.
    A term also used to refer to a snake in general.
    I saw a serpent in the garden and I was scared.
    Vi una sierpe en el jardín y me asusté.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'serpens', which means 'serpent'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sea serpent
    It refers to a type of sea snake.
    sierpe de mar
    to speak like a serpent
    To speak with cunning or deceit.
    hablar como una sierpe
    serpent and the form
    Referring to the deceitful nature of something or someone.
    sierpe y la forma

    Related Words

    snake
    Elongated reptile that is part of the group of ophidians.
    serpiente
    snake
    Legless reptile that belongs to the suborder of ophidians.
    culebra
    ophidian
    Related to snakes or serpents.
    ofidio

    Slang Meanings

    Cunning or treacherous person.
    That guy is a serpent, don't trust him.
    Ese tipo es una sierpe, no confíes en él.
    Something that moves with strategy and stealth.
    The negotiation was a serpent, very well designed.
    La negociación fue una sierpe, muy bien diseñada.