How to Say ‘Strong as an ox’ in Spain Spanish
Como un roble
KOH-moh oon RROH-bleh
[KOH-moh oon RROH-bleh]
💬 Usage Tip: Spanish uses an oak tree, roble, not an ox, for someone strong and healthy. You'll usually hear it as está como un roble "he's fit as a fiddle".
Phrase Breakdown
Como
[KOH-moh]
like
Used in a comparison to describe similarity.
Me gusta un café como el que preparo yo, como en casa.
I like a coffee like the one I make myself, like at home.
un
[oon]
a
An article used before a masculine singular noun.
Busco un lugar donde me sienta valorado.
I’m looking for a place where I feel valued.
roble
[RROH-bleh]
oak
Oak tree; 'estar como un roble' means to be very healthy and strong.
Mi abuelo está como un roble.
My grandfather is fit as a fiddle.
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