callejero
“callejero” means “stray” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
stray
Also: street
📝 In Action
Adoptamos a un perro callejero que vivía en el parque.
A2We adopted a stray dog that lived in the park.
Me gusta mucho el arte callejero de este barrio.
B1I really like the street art in this neighborhood.
Los gatos callejeros suelen salir de noche.
A2Stray cats usually come out at night.
street map
Also: street directory
📝 In Action
Perdona, ¿tienes un callejero de la ciudad?
B1Excuse me, do you have a street map of the city?
Consulta el callejero para ver dónde está la calle Mayor.
B1Check the street guide to see where Mayor Street is.
Antes siempre llevábamos un callejero en el coche.
B2We used to always carry a street directory in the car.
out-and-about
Also: street-loving
📝 In Action
No vengas a buscarlo a casa, es muy callejero y siempre está fuera.
B2Don't come looking for him at home; he loves being out and is always away.
Mi hermana es poco callejera, prefiere quedarse leyendo.
B2My sister doesn't like going out much; she prefers to stay in reading.
Somos una familia muy callejera, nos encanta pasear por el centro.
B1We are a family that loves being out; we love strolling through the center.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "callejero" in Spanish:
out-and-about→stray→street→street directory→street map→street-loving→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: callejero
Question 1 of 3
If you are looking for a specific address in a new city, what should you ask for?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish word 'calle' (street), which comes from the Latin 'callis' (a path or track). The ending '-ero' is added to show a relationship to that place.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'callejero' an insult when used for a person?
Not usually! It generally just means someone is social and doesn't like being cooped up at home. However, like any word, it depends on the tone of voice.
Can I use 'callejero' for a stray cat?
Yes! You would say 'un gato callejero'. Remember to change it to 'callejera' if it is a female cat.
Does 'callejero' mean 'homeless'?
Technically for animals, yes (stray). For people, it describes a lifestyle or habit of being out, not their housing status. To say 'homeless person,' use 'persona sin hogar'.