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    Vara (en. Rod)

    /ˈβaɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A word that refers to a rod or staff.
    He used a rod to measure the height of the tree.
    Usó una vara para medir la altura del árbol.
    In some sports, it refers to an item used for jumping or throwing.
    The athlete trained with a jumping rod.
    El atleta entrenó con una vara de salto.
    An instrument used in agriculture, especially for harvesting.
    The farmer used a rod to cut the wheat.
    El campesino usó una vara para segar el trigo.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'vara', which means rod or staff.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a rod
    It means to make an effort or to make something work.
    hacer vara
    to be in control
    It means to be in a position of control or superiority.
    estar en la vara
    to go on a short trip
    It means to take a short trip or go to a nearby place.
    ir de vara

    Related Words

    wand
    A small, thin rod, often used by magicians or in rituals.
    varita
    boatyard
    A place where boats are repaired or built.
    varadero

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it refers to a situation or thing that is not serious.
    That conversation was a drag, it had nothing interesting.
    Esa plática fue una vara, no tenía nada de interesante.
    It is used in youth slang to describe a fun situation.
    The concert was a blast, we all laughed a lot.
    El concierto fue una vara, todos nos reímos mucho.