zorra
“zorra” means “vixen” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
vixen
Also: female fox
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La zorra cruzó el bosque silenciosamente.
A2The vixen crossed the forest silently.
En la fábula, la zorra intenta alcanzar las uvas.
B1In the fable, the fox (vixen) tries to reach the grapes.
Vimos una zorra con sus cachorros cerca del río.
B1We saw a vixen with her cubs near the river.
slut
Also: bitch, prostitute
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¡No me hables así, no soy ninguna zorra!
B2Don't talk to me like that, I'm no slut!
Esa canción intenta cambiar el significado de la palabra zorra.
C1That song tries to change the meaning of the word 'zorra'.
Es un insulto muy fuerte en la mayoría de los países.
A2It is a very strong insult in most countries.
hand truck
Also: dolly, flatbed trailer
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Usa la zorra para mover esas cajas pesadas.
B1Use the hand truck to move those heavy boxes.
Cargaron los bultos en la zorra del camión.
B2They loaded the packages onto the truck's flatbed.
El obrero empujaba la zorra por el almacén.
B2The worker pushed the dolly through the warehouse.
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Words that translate to "zorra" in Spanish:
bitch→dolly→female fox→flatbed trailer→hand truck→prostitute→slut→vixen→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: zorra
Question 1 of 3
If you are at a warehouse in Argentina and someone asks for a 'zorra,' what do they want?
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Probably from 'zorro,' a word of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Portuguese 'zorra' (a dragging sled) or an onomatopoeia for the sound of a fox.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'zorra' always an insult?
Not always. It can be a biological term for a female fox or a regional name for a transport cart. However, when directed at a person, it is almost always a severe insult.
What is the difference between 'zorro' and 'zorra'?
A 'zorro' is a male fox or a 'clever/sly man' (positive/neutral). A 'zorra' is a female fox or a 'slut' (highly negative).
Can 'zorra' be used in a friendly way?
In very specific, intimate, and modern circles in Spain, some friends might use it ironically (like 'bitch' in English), but it is very risky and usually offensive.