Zarpa (en. Paw)

/ˈθarpa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Extremity of some animals that ends in claws.

Example Sentence: The lion caught its prey with its powerful claw.

El león cazó a su presa con su poderosa zarpa.

Definition: Hand or foot that is rough or has strong nails.

Example Sentence: Its claw left marks in the sand.

Su zarpa dejó marcas en la arena.

Definition: Paw of an animal that walks on claws.

Example Sentence: The eagle's claw is sharp.

Las garras de la zarpa del águila son afiladas.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'sarpa', meaning 'bird's claw or paw'.

Common Phrase: to have a loose claw

Meaning: To act uncontrollably or aggressively.

tener la zarpa suelta

Common Phrase: to be a claw

Meaning: Referring to a person who is rough or has an aggressive attitude.

ser una zarpa

Related Word: claw

Description: Extremity of some animals that have a very sharp nail.

garra

Related Word: nail

Description: Hard part that covers the tip of the fingers in some mammals.

uña

Related Word: paw

Description: Extremity of an animal that allows it to walk.

pata

Slang Meaning: A person who uses their strength or aggressiveness to impose themselves.

Example: That guy is a real claw; he always tries to intimidate others.

Ese tipo es una verdadera zarpa, siempre intenta intimidar a los demás.

Slang Meaning: Someone who lacks delicacy in their actions.

Example: Don't be a claw with her; try to be softer.

No seas zarpa con ella, trata de ser más suave.