Terrenos (en. Lands)

/teˈre.nos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Delimited and specific area of land.
The land of the farm is ideal for cultivation.
El terreno de la finca es ideal para cultivar.
Surface that can be used for construction.
The lands in this area are increasing in value.
Los terrenos en esta área están aumentando de valor.
Area used for sports or recreational activities.
The playground is well-maintained.
El terreno de juego está bien cuidado.

Etymology

From the Latin 'terrēnus', which means 'of the land.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

fertile lands
Land that is suitable for cultivation.
terrenos fértiles
vacant lands
Land that has no use or cultivation.
terrenos baldíos
arable lands
Land used for planting and harvesting.
terrenos de cultivo

Related Words

soil
Layer of material that covers the Earth's surface.
suelo
plots
Portions of land that are specifically delineated.
parcelas
property
Land that belongs to someone.
propiedad

Slang Meanings

Land in poor or abandoned condition.
That area is just a dead lot.
Esa área es solo un terreno muerto.
Land that is not highly valued for construction.
That land does not have a good view; it is a second-rate plot.
Ese terreno no tiene buena vista, es un terreno de segunda.