Canas (en. White hair)

/ˈkanas/

Synonyms

  • cabello canoso
  • canicie
  • mechas blancas

Slang Meanings

Derogatory term to refer to an older person.
That person is a 'gray-haired' one at work, but has a lot of experience.
Esa persona es un 'canoso' en el trabajo, pero tiene mucha experiencia.
Colloquial expression to indicate acquired wisdom.
Sometimes we call him 'the sage of gray hair' for his advice.
A veces lo llamamos 'el sabio de las canas' por sus consejos.