Zamora (en. Zamora)

/θaˈmoɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
City located in the autonomous community of Castilla y León, known for its historical and cultural heritage.
Zamora is famous for its processions during Holy Week.
Zamora es famosa por sus procesiones durante la Semana Santa.
Province of Spain that borders Portugal.
The province of Zamora has a rich winemaking tradition.
La provincia de Zamora tiene una rica tradición vinícola.
Name of a person, common in Spanish-speaking countries.
I met a girl named Zamora at university.
Conocí a una chica llamada Zamora en la universidad.

Etymology

The name 'Zamora' comes from the Arabic 'Sámarah,' which means 'place of rest.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Zamora was not won in an hour.
Expression that indicates that things require time and patience to be achieved.
Zamora no se ganó en una hora
From Zamora to León.
Phrase used to describe a route or comparison between two places.
De Zamora a León

Related Words

zamorano
Adjective that refers to something related to Zamora.
zamorano
zamorano/a
Person originating from or residing in Zamora.
zamorano/a

Slang Meanings

Patron or special place of the festivities.
At the spring party, everyone dances until dawn; that is the most zamora.
En la fiesta de la primavera, todo el mundo baila hasta la madrugada, eso es lo más zamora.
Someone who is very calm or relaxed.
That guy is very zamora; he is always relaxed in any situation.
Ese chico es muy zamora, siempre está relajado en cualquier situación.