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    Zagala (en. Lass)

    /θaˈɣala/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Woman who is responsible for herding sheep.
    The zagala took the sheep to the field.
    La zagala llevó a las ovejas al campo.
    It is also said of a young woman who is agile and graceful in her movements.
    The zagala danced with grace at the party.
    La zagala bailó con gracia en la fiesta.

    Etymology

    From Hispanic Arabic 'zagalla', derived from Arabic 'zaghal'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to walk like a zagala
    To be light and agile in movements.
    andar como una zagala
    night zagala
    Refers to a mischievous young girl who goes out at night.
    zagala de la noche

    Related Words

    shepherd
    Man who cares for or guides sheep.
    pastor
    sheep
    Animal that is domesticated for the production of wool and meat.
    oveja
    field
    Rural area, opposite to the city.
    campo

    Slang Meanings

    Bold and active young woman.
    That zagala doesn't stop dancing all night.
    Esa zagala no para de bailar toda la noche.
    Woman who behaves uninhibitedly.
    At the party, she behaved like a zagala, having fun non-stop.
    En la fiesta, se comportó como una zagala, divirtiéndose sin parar.