Part of speech: Noun
Phonetic transcription: /ˈmoθo/
Meanings: 1. A male waiter or server in a restaurant. 2. A young man, often used to refer to a young unmarried man or a servant.
Usage patterns: The word "mozo" is commonly used in both oral and written Spanish. It is more prevalent in oral speech, especially in regions where it is used to refer to a waiter or server in a restaurant. The frequency of use may vary depending on the context, but it is a term that is understood by most Spanish speakers.
Examples: 1. El mozo nos trajo la carta. (The waiter brought us the menu.) 2. El mozo del hotel nos ayudó con el equipaje. (The hotel porter helped us with the luggage.)
Idiomatic expressions: "Mozo" is frequently used in Spanish idiomatic expressions. Some examples include: 1. "Mozo de espadas" - This expression refers to the assistant who carries the swords for a bullfighter. - Example: El mozo de espadas se prepara para acompañar al torero. (The assistant with the swords gets ready to accompany the bullfighter.)
Example: El mozo de taberna conoce a todos los habituales del bar. (The tavern keeper knows all the regulars at the bar.)
"Mozo de cuadra" - It refers to a stable boy who assists in caring for horses.
Etymology: The word "mozo" comes from the Mozarabic Arabic word "moz", meaning "young man" or "servant".
Synonyms: - Camarero (waiter) - Servidor (server)
Antonyms: - Cliente (client) - Patrón (boss)