Viejas (en. Old)

/ˈbje.xas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Elderly women or old ladies.

The old women tell stories of their youth.

Las viejas cuentan historias de su juventud.

In some contexts, it can affectionately refer to older female friends.

I am going to visit my old ladies; they are like a second family to me.

Voy a visitar a mis viejas, son como una segunda familia.

From Latin 'vetulus', meaning old.

older than dirt

Something very old or outdated.

más viejo que la tos

there are no old women in the game

An expression that refers to there being no place for elderly people in certain situations.

no hay viejas en el juego

old

Refers to something that is very old.

viejo

mother

Woman who has had children, often associated with the maternal figure, regardless of age.

madre

Refers derogatorily to older women based on their appearance or attitude.

That old lady doesn't feel in line with her age.

Esa vieja no se siente acorde con su edad.

Term of endearment in everyday speech among older female friends.

My old ladies and I always go to the plaza on Sundays.

Mis viejas y yo siempre vamos a la plaza los domingos.