valla
“valla” means “fence” in Spanish. It has 4 different meanings depending on context:
fence
Also: barrier
📝 In Action
Pintamos la valla de blanco ayer.
A1We painted the fence white yesterday.
El perro saltó la valla del jardín.
A2The dog jumped over the garden fence.
billboard
Also: hoarding
📝 In Action
Hay una valla publicitaria enorme al lado de la autopista.
B1There is a huge billboard next to the highway.
hurdle
📝 In Action
El corredor tropezó con la tercera valla.
B2The runner tripped on the third hurdle.
fences in
📝 In Action
Él valla su terreno para mayor privacidad.
B2He fences in his land for more privacy.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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If you are walking in a park and see a wooden barrier around a garden, what is it called?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'valla', which was the plural form of 'vallum' (meaning a wall, rampart, or row of stakes).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between valla, vaya, and baya?
They sound the same but have different meanings: 'Valla' is a fence or billboard. 'Vaya' is a form of the verb 'ir' (to go) or an exclamation like 'Wow!'. 'Baya' is a berry.
Is 'valla' used in all Spanish-speaking countries?
Yes, 'valla' is universally understood as a fence, though some regions might prefer 'cerca' for residential fences.