zueco (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

"Zueco" is a noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/zwe.ko/

Translation Options into English

• Clog
• Wooden shoe
• Slipper (in some contexts)

Meaning and Usage

"Zueco" generally refers to a type of footwear that is characterized as a wooden or heavy shoe. It is particularly associated with traditional styles, often seen in rural or artisanal contexts. The term is used in both oral and written forms, but it is more frequently found in written contexts, especially in discussions of traditional culture or craft.

Example Sentences

1. Los zuecos son muy comunes en las granjas colombianas.
2. Clogs are very common on Colombian farms.
3. Me compré unos zuecos de madera para el verano.
4. I bought a pair of wooden clogs for the summer.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "zueco" is not as commonly found in idiomatic expressions, it can be related to a few expressions involving footwear or comfort. Here are some relevant contexts where 'zueco' can be used in idiomatic expressions:

1. "Ser más lento que un zueco" (To be slower than a clog)
2. Se refiere a una persona que se mueve con mucha lentitud.
3. Refers to a person who moves very slowly.
4. "Juan es más lento que un zueco cuando se trata de correr."

5. "Juan is slower than a clog when it comes to running."

6. "Estar como un zueco" (To be like a clog)

7. Describe a persona que está muy cómoda o despreocupada.
8. Describes a person who is very comfortable or untroubled.
9. "En casa, siempre estoy como un zueco en pijama."
10. "At home, I am always like a clog in pajamas."

Etymology

The word "zueco" comes from the Latin "soccus," which refers to a type of light shoe. Over time, the term has evolved in various languages and influenced the description of different types of footwear.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms

• Zueco de madera (Wooden clog)
• Chancla (Slipper, in some contexts, though typically refers to flip-flops)

Antonyms

• Zapato (Shoe)
• Botín (Boot)

The word "zueco" is specific to styles of shoes that are more rustic or traditional in nature, whereas its antonyms, such as "zapato" or "botín," refer to more contemporary or formal footwear styles.