50 Examples of Vasquismos

Vasquismos

The we basque They are words that are used in different languages ​​(especially in Spanish) but that had their roots in the Basque language. For example: beret, cub, left or blackboard.

Spanish began in territories with Basque influence and that is why there is a great influence on the language. In fact, the Basques claim to have invented the Castilian language, derived from the Latin.

Although the Basque language has fallen into disuse, in the last quarter of the 20th century it has been revalued. Today there are many words of Basque origin that we use frequently in the Spanish language.

The Spanish language and the Basque language

Next, we will tell you some peculiarities and curious facts about the relationship between Spanish and Basque.

Examples of vasquismos

1. Abur or agur: Goodbye.
2. Aizcolari: Lumberjack, who uses the ax.
3. Avalanche: Detachment
4. Angula: Eel farming.
5. Coven: Meeting of witches.
6. Aúpa: Sign of enthusiasm.
7. Aurresku: Basque popular dance.
8. Azcona: Dart.
9. Cod: Fish species.
10. Bay: Entry of water into the land whose formation is circular or semicircular of large size.
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11. Flag: Symbol that distinguishes a group, state or nation.
12. Bertzale: Patriot.
13. Beret: Flat-looking canvas cap.
14. Puppy: Breeding an animal.
15. Calimocho: Mix of red wine and cola.
16. Cowbell: Metal bell that is placed on the neck of the reces.
17. Shanty: Very humble house made with low quality materials.
18. Chacolí: Very aromatic white wine.
19. Shorty: Thick and short person.
20. Chapela: Very large beret.
21. Charro: Bad or faulty.
22. Scrap: Scraps of old metal with no commercial value.
23. Chirimbolo: Object or utensil that does not have (or is not known) a specific designation or name.
24. Chirula: Flute.
25. Top hat: Top-hat.
26. Chistorra: Inlay.
27. Chistu: Instrument.
28. Chistulari: Who plays the chistu.
29. Cococha: Hake and cod whiskers.
30. Euskalduna: Person who knows and speaks the Basque language.
31. Barge: Boat or barge.
32. Gamarra: Horse strap.
33. Lock pick: Instrument for opening locks.
34. Ikastola: Institution where Basque is taught.
35. Left: Left side.
36. Spade: Iron plate.
37. Rheum: Lagaña, a discharge from the eye that usually occurs upon waking.
38. Lendakari: Goverment's head.
39. Backpack: Diminutive of boy (later adapted and used to designate a bag to carry different personal belongings).
40. Mus: Card game.
41. Órdago: Which is very good.
42. Pacharan: Type of drink (liquor).
43. Pelota player: Who plays ball.
44. Board: Plate used in a classroom for diagramming or explanation.
45. Magpie: Bird.
46. Versolari: Person who improvises verses.
47. Zamarra: Garment made with skin, hair or wool both outside and inside.
48. Zulo: Hollow, hole.
49. Left handed: Person who uses the left arm or side more skillfully.
50. Pouch: Coat.

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