Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

garrancho

noun
/ɡarˈran.t͡ʃo/
Definition
A garrancho is a term used in some Spanish-speaking countries to refer to a small, unkempt structure or building, often associated with a rural or informal setting.
Examples
  • El garrancho en el campo estaba lleno de herramientas oxidadas.
  • Los niños jugaron en el garrancho que habían encontrado cerca del río.
Meaning
The word often implies a lack of care or maintenance, suggesting a place that is ramshackle or poorly constructed.
Synonyms
  • choza
  • cabaña
  • refugio