Trujillo (en. Trujillo)
/truˈxiʝo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Spanish surname of medieval origin.
The surname Trujillo is very common in various regions of Spain.
El apellido Trujillo es muy común en varias regiones de España.
Name of a city in Peru.
Trujillo is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Trujillo es conocida por su rica historia y patrimonio cultural.
Name of a city in the Dominican Republic.
The city of Trujillo was an important center of Dominican culture.
La ciudad de Trujillo fue un importante centro de la cultura dominicana.
Etymology
The surname Trujillo derives from the Latin term 'trux', which means 'strong' or 'rough'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Trujillo in the heart
An expression that indicates a strong emotional attachment to the city of Trujillo.
Trujillo en el corazón
to make a trujillo
Colloquially, it refers to acting in an unexpected or surprising manner.
hacer un trujillo
Related Words
trujillano
Related to Trujillo, as a demonym for its inhabitants.
trujillano
trujillense
Another way to refer to something that comes from Trujillo.
trujillense
Slang Meanings
It is used to refer to someone from Trujillo.
That trujillo knows how to make good empanadas.
Ese trujillo sabe hacer buenas empanadas.
It can refer to a clever or shrewd person.
That person is very trujillo in their negotiations.
Esa persona es muy trujillo en sus negociaciones.