Tesoros (en. Treasures)

/teˈsoɾos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Valuable or important objects.
The archaeologist discovered treasures in the ancient city.
El arqueólogo descubrió tesoros en la antigua ciudad.
Things that are considered very valuable or beloved.
My grandparents left me many family treasures.
Mis abuelos me dejaron muchos tesoros familiares.
Abundant resources or wealth.
Nature is a treasure that we must protect.
La naturaleza es un tesoro que debemos proteger.

Etymology

From Latin 'thesaurus', which means 'depot' or 'storehouse'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

national treasure
Goods or resources that are the heritage of a nation.
tesoro nacional
hidden treasures
Valuable objects that are hidden.
tesoros escondidos
to keep a treasure
To cherish something very valuable with affection.
guardar un tesoro

Related Words

treasurer
Person in charge of managing treasures or assets.
tesorero
treasury
Institution or department that manages finances.
tesorería

Slang Meanings

sentimental treasures
Love letters are my sentimental treasures.
Las cartas de amor son mis tesoros sentimentales.
hidden treasures
The old map promised to lead us to hidden treasures.
El viejo mapa prometía llevarnos a tesoros ocultos.