Sierras (en. Saws)

/ˈsjɛ.ras/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of mountains, generally in the shape of a saw.
The mountains of the region are perfect for hiking.
Las sierras de la región son perfectas para el senderismo.
Action or effect of sawing.
The carpenter used several saws to shape the wood.
El carpintero utilizó varias sierras para dar forma a la madera.
Part of a sharp tool in the shape of a saw.
The chainsaw's blade was hot after using it.
La sierra de la motosierra estaba caliente después de usarla.

Etymology

From Latin 'serra', which means tool for cutting.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the saw
Refers to a cutting tool or a specific mountain range.
la sierra
to be in the mountains
Means to be in a rural or mountainous area.
estar en la sierra
fire saws
Refers to natural dangers such as wildfires in mountainous areas.
sierras de fuego

Related Words

saw
Tool used for cutting wood or other materials.
serrucho
mountain
Natural elevation of the terrain, higher than a hill.
montaña
mountain range
Series of mountains in a line.
cordillera

Slang Meanings

To colloquially describe mountainous areas.
We're going to the mountains to disconnect for a while.
Vamos a las sierras a desconectar un rato.
To refer to a group of people who are rough or difficult.
Those mountain people are not easily swayed.
Esa gente de la sierra no se deja llevar fácilmente.