burro
neutral, Mexico
In Mexico a donkey is burro. The word asno is more formal and is used in writing, and a female donkey is burra.
Meaning: domestic animal related to the horse (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| burro | neutral, Mexico |
| asno | formal |
| burra | female |
Use burro for the animal. A small donkey is burrito, a word Mexicans also know as a food in northern Mexico.
Which one should you use?
In Mexico burro de planchar is the word for an ironing board.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Calling a person burro means the person is slow to learn or stubborn, so it can be rude. Say it about the animal only, unless you are joking with a friend.
Did you know?
- Mexicans use burro de planchar for an ironing board, which has nothing to do with the animal.
Examples in context
- El burro cargaba la leña.The donkey carried the firewood.
- Pasamos la tarde paseando en burro.We spent the afternoon riding a donkey.
- Necesito el burro de planchar.I need the ironing board.
Example conversation
Beto and his cousin Rita see a donkey on a trail near Taxco.
- BetoMira ese burro, está cargando dos canastas.Look at that donkey, it is carrying two baskets.
- Rita¿Le damos una zanahoria?Shall we give it a carrot?
- BetoSí, seguro la agradece.Yes, it will surely be thankful.
