cañada
/kaˈɲada/
In Spanish, the English word 'glen' (referring to a secluded and narrow valley) is translated as cañada.
The word cañada is used as a noun to describe a narrow, secluded valley.
Meaning: secluded and narrow valley (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/kaˈɲada/
Did you know?
- Because cañada is also used for livestock paths, a traveler in rural Spain might be confused if they are looking for a scenic glen but find a dusty road used by sheep.
- The word caña within cañada is used in modern Spanish slang to mean 'strength' or 'energy', as in the phrase dar caña.
- In some Latin American contexts, a cañada can also refer to a seasonal stream bed that is dry most of the year.
Examples in context
- Hola, soy Glen.Hi, I'm Glen.
- ¡Mucho gusto, Glen! ¿Prefieres que te diga Glen o Glenito?Nice to meet you, Glen! Do you prefer to be called Glen or Glenito?
- Me puedes llamar Glenito. ¡Gracias!You can call me Glenito. Thank you!
- La cañada es muy estrecha.The glen is very narrow.
- Nos perdimos en la cañada.We got lost in the glen.
- Hay mucha vegetación en la cañada.There is a lot of vegetation in the glen.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are hiking through a mountain pass.
- Daniel¿Es esta la cañada que buscabas?Is this the glen you were looking for?
- MaríaSí, es una cañada muy hermosa.Yes, it is a very beautiful glen.
- DanielParece un lugar muy tranquilo.It looks like a very peaceful place.
- MaríaDescansaremos un poco aquí, Daniel.We will rest here a bit, Daniel.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry cañada, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
