Varas (en. Rods)

/ˈbaɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Certain measures of length, especially in agriculture.

The rods are used to measure plots of land.

Las varas se utilizan para medir parcelas de tierra.

Sticks or rods used in various activities.

We use rods to support the structure of the tent.

Usamos varas para sostener la estructura de la carpa.

A term that can refer to the use of rods in sports like pole vaulting.

The athlete jumped with his pole to break the record.

El atleta saltó con su vara para superar el récord.

From Latin 'vara', meaning 'stick' or 'bar'.

by the rods

Colloquial expression that indicates measure or distance.

a varas

to get into trouble

To get involved in problems or complicated situations.

meterse en varas

to criticize

To criticize or scold someone.

dar varas

rod

A singular word that refers to a similar object.

vara

stranded

That is in an unfavorable situation, it can also refer to a boat on a beach.

varado

variety

Different types or classes of something.

variedad

Term used in some countries to refer to friends or companions.

Let's look for some rods to go out tonight.

Vamos a buscar unas varas para salir esta noche.

In certain contexts, it is used to refer to bad things or problems.

I don't want any trouble, just to have a good time.

No quiero varas, solo pasarla bien.