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nido

nest

noun NEE-doh Rare
Animals & Nature Wild Animals

Origin: From Latin nidus (nest).

Usage Note

Nido refers to a bird's nest or, figuratively, a hideout or breeding ground (nido de corrupción, 'nest of corruption'). The phrase volar del nido ('to fly from the nest') describes a young adult leaving home. The diminutive nidito is affectionate.

Examples

"Los pájaros construyeron un nido en el árbol."

Natural Translation

The birds built a nest in the tree.

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