Tierras (en. Lands)

/ˈtjɛ.ras/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Land surface that can be cultivated.
Agricultural lands are essential for food production.
Las tierras agrarias son esenciales para la producción de alimentos.
Territory of a country or region.
The northern lands are known for their natural beauty.
Las tierras del norte son conocidas por su belleza natural.
Area or place occupied by a person or community.
Community lands are managed by the villagers.
Las tierras comunales son administradas por los habitantes del pueblo.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'terra', meaning land or soil.

Common Phrases and Expressions

far lands
Referring to distant or exotic places.
tierras lejanas
to give lands
Offering land to someone, often in the context of institutions or entities.
dar tierras
of lands
Expression indicating origin or location in relation to the soil.
de tierras

Related Words

land
Space or surface of the earth.
terreno
peasant
Person who works the land, often in agriculture.
campesino
agriculture
Cultivation of plants and raising animals on the land.
agricultura

Slang Meanings

Family or ancestral land that is inherited.
I kept the lands that belonged to my grandparents.
Me quedé con las tierras que eran de mis abuelos.
Rural areas as opposed to the city.
I prefer life in the lands than in the city.
Prefiero la vida en las tierras que en la ciudad.