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    Tierra (en. Land)

    /ˈtjera/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Solid body that forms the surface of the Earth.
    The earth is essential for food cultivation.
    La tierra es esencial para el cultivo de alimentos.
    Specific terrain or region.
    They bought a piece of land in the countryside.
    Compraron una tierra en el campo.
    Group of elements that constitute the terrestrial sphere.
    The earth, air, and water are fundamental to life.
    La tierra, el aire y el agua son fundamentales para la vida.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'terra', which means 'earth' or 'soil'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rain on wet ground
    A situation where something already negative is worsened by another problem.
    lluvia sobre mojado
    no man's land
    Territory that does not belong to anyone or is disputed.
    tierra de nadie
    come down to earth
    Returning to reality after a fantasy or illusion.
    bajar a la tierra

    Related Words

    land
    Portion of land that can be cultivated or used.
    terreno
    soil
    Surface layer of the earth that contains nutrients and supports vegetation.
    suelo
    geography
    Science that studies the earth's surface and the relationships between its various elements.
    geografía

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to the earth as a place of rest.
    Whenever I am stressed, I like to return to the earth.
    Siempre que estoy estresado, me gusta regresar a la tierra.
    Earth as a place of agricultural work.
    My grandparents always say that the countryside is the true earth.
    Mis abuelos siempre dicen que el campo es la verdadera tierra.