The word "bebedero" is a noun.
/be.βe.ˈðe.ɾo/
Bebedero refers to a place or container designed for animals or people to drink water. In a broader context, it can also refer to a drinking fountain for humans. The term is commonly used in agricultural and veterinary settings, as well as in public spaces in urban areas.
The term is relatively specific, commonly used in written texts related to agriculture, animal husbandry, or architectural design of public spaces. It is less frequently used in everyday conversation unless the context directly relates to animals or water supply.
El granjero instaló un bebedero en el campo para sus vacas.
(The farmer installed a watering place in the field for his cows.)
En el parque hay un bebedero para que los niños puedan refrescarse.
(In the park, there is a drinking fountain so that the children can cool off.)
Es importante limpiar el bebedero de los pájaros regularmente para mantener el agua fresca.
(It is important to clean the birds' drinking trough regularly to keep the water fresh.)
While "bebedero" is not commonly featured in idiomatic expressions, its association with drinking and refreshment might lead to indirect phrases related to quenching thirst or providing sustenance.
Estar en el bebedero de la vida significa aprovechar cada oportunidad para aprender.
(Being at the watering hole of life means taking advantage of every opportunity to learn.)
Se quedó como un pez en el bebedero, completamente desconcertado.
(He was left like a fish at the watering trough, completely bewildered.)
No dejes que el bebedero se seque; siempre busca nuevas fuentes de inspiración.
(Don’t let the trough dry up; always look for new sources of inspiration.)
The word "bebedero" comes from the Spanish verb "beber," which means "to drink." The suffix "-ero" indicates a place associated with the action of the verb, forming a structure that denotes a location where something is provided for drinking.