The meaning of cowboy

Question 1: What does cowboy mean? The word "Cowboy" actually comes from Spanish and is a literal translation of the Spanish "Vaquero". "Vaquero" develops from the root word "vaca", which means "cow", so "Vaquero" (Cowman) is translated into English as "Cowboy". The earliest cowboys were descendants of Europeans who came to live in America. The British and French colonists who landed on the east coast of the United States were not familiar with the Spanish livestock methods at all. At first, they only raised cattle in captivity. When the grass in the pen is eaten by the cattle, the cattle are driven to a new area with grass to continue grazing. Such cattle herders are called "Drivers" in English. The Spaniards did not come here to escape political and religious persecution like the colonists from other colonies. They were nobles and adventurers. They were rigorous, intelligent, gentlemanly, courageous, ambitious, adventurous, and liked to express themselves... …They took the essence of “I Can” and put it into “America Can.” Their method of raising cattle is real grazing, where they put the cattle in the endless grassland, and the cowboys ride horses and gallop with the cattle. The spirit of these Hispanics represents the traditional cowboy spirit. There are some stubborn traditional cowboys living in the countryside of New Mexico. They are descendants of Hispanics all over the United States. Their blood and culture have been well preserved.

In 1846, the United States went to war with Mexico. During the war, the Americans defeated the Mexicans and established New Mexico. But the irony is that the cowboy culture of New Mexico completely conquered the United States. No region has had such an important and profound impact on the development of American cowboy culture as New Mexico.

In fact, the cowboys are not as heroic as reflected in the movie. According to Lawn Taylor, a cowboy expert, a real-life cowboy is a ranch hand on horseback who looks after cows. They spend 12 to 14 hours a day outdoors, and their work is heavy, dangerous, and poorly paid. Come winter, most cowboys have to find other jobs. The heyday of cowboys was from 1865 to 1895. The emergence of new meat preservation methods, the sharp increase in market demand for beef, and the extension of railroads to most villages made the ranching industry very prosperous in the southwestern United States. Grazing and pasture owners raised large numbers of cattle in the west at lower costs and then transported them to markets in the east via railroads. The cowboys would graze their cattle outdoors and then transport them to the nearest railroad.

However, it is these western cowboys who are at the bottom of society and full of American pioneering spirit, who form and improve their own cowboy culture, and carry forward the cowboy culture personally. The "uniform" they all wear - jeans, complements and reflects the independent, free, rebellious, rough and heroic spirit contained in the cowboys. Jeans later almost completely separated from the original meaning of a pair of pants, especially blue jeans, which have become an important cultural symbol and continue to be embedded in the highly developed "modern" society after the Western Industrial Revolution.

Question 2: The simple meaning of cowboy 1. Cowboy (English: cowboy; Spanish: vaquero) refers to the people who take care of cattle and horses on American pastures, and became popular in Australia after the 19th century. . People who specialize in taking care of horses are also called wranglers. In addition to working on the ranch, some cowboys also participate in rodeo; many cowboys are professional rodeo competitors.

2. Cow (clothing type)

The production of denim originated in the United States. Levi Strauss was originally a German Jew. The first denim clothing was produced in the mid-19th century, and it was not mass-produced in the United States until the 1890s.

Question 3: What does Western Cowboy mean? The United States is a colonial power. Initially the colonists were mainly in the east.

Before and after the Civil War, the United States began to colonize the western region. The main business in the west is farming, grazing cattle and sheep. Cattle and sheep from the west must be driven to the east for sale. Along the way, they have to eat and sleep in the open air, climb mountains and wade through rivers, and beware of wild beasts and robbers. Therefore, specialized cowboys are needed to herd cattle and sheep and sell them over long distances. In addition to herding cattle, cowboys can also shoot guns. Slowly he became the protagonist of the movie.

Question 4: What does the number 33 on jeans mean? It means 33 inches! This is the international pants standard size! Converted to centimeters: 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters

Question 5: What does wl mean for jeans? Some say W is the waist and L is the pants length

If W29 is 29-7= 2 feet 2

L32-7=2 feet 5. . .

It means length

Others say (32*30, the 32 in front represents "hips", 32-8 represents "waist", the standard size of 32*30 pants is, waist 32-8 =2 feet 4, converted into specific centimeters, it is 2.4*33.3=79.9 centimeters, and the pants length is 3.0*33.3=99.9 centimeters------the error is generally within 2CM)

Question 6 : What do jeans A and B version mean? This is called color difference

If it is serious enough that you can see it, then these pants are seriously substandard products

Generally, factory-qualified pants Of course, if the quality is not up to standard, it is called A-touch. Just like you said, it is called B-touch...

Do you understand?

Question 7: What does jeans 30/32 mean? W32L30 or W30L32, where W is the waist and L is the pants length.

Question 8: What is the special meaning of the word denim when mentioned in the United States? When people think of Western cowboys, they think of Texas. It is not only the cowboy state of the United States, but also the hometown of cowboys in the world. In Hollywood movies, American cowboys always give people the impression of being powerful, bold, and chivalrous. So are there any cowboys in the West now? What is their life like?

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"Cowboys" only existed for a few decades

The emergence of American cowboys is not unrelated to Spain's colonial expansion. The Spaniards were very good at raising and taming livestock. During the colonization process in the 16th century, they brought this tradition to Mexico, and later to the western United States, including Texas, where cowboys, horses, and longhorn cattle , ranch outlines the main theme of life in the primitive west of the United States. According to records, among the early Texas cowboys, African Americans and Latinos accounted for the vast majority, and they were at the bottom of society. American cowboys in the 1830s and 1940s were mainly concentrated on ranches. They had to graze and trade cattle, and were also responsible for repairing fences and managing ranch equipment. The work was quite hard.

The nomadic life determines that cowboys dress differently. A typical cowboy always wears a felt hat, riding boots, a dagger and a short gun hanging on his waist. His attire is absolutely unique and pays more attention to practicality. Sex, such as high-heeled riding boots, are mainly to prevent your feet from slipping out of the stirrups; strong and wear-resistant denim shirts are to prevent them from being torn when walking through the bushes. Because they move around a lot, the items they carry are all concentrated on horseback. The quantity is small but precise, and they have multiple uses. For example, a handkerchief can be used to wipe sweat, wash face, and also be used as a rag. It is worth mentioning that the saddle is the most important piece of clothing for a cowboy. When they go to the ranch to find work, they can do it without riding a horse, but they must not go without a saddle. It is said that it was not unusual for a 10 yuan horse to have a 100 yuan saddle.

In the 1870s, with the construction of railways and the accelerated pace of urban construction, the lifestyle of cowboys changed, their scope of activities gradually narrowed, and their social roles gradually weakened. In a very real sense, the cowboy era only lasted a few decades in history.

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Modern denim is very different

In the 21st century, authentic denim is almost invisible. Cars have become a necessity for every family, and horses are rarely used as a means of transportation even in remote rural areas. The reporter has lived in Texas for many years and has visited many ranches, but there are only cows and no "calves" left. It is undeniable that modernization has sent cowboys to museums. In the U.S. Department of Labor's 2003 job classification, cowboys are still one of them. However, what is interesting is that among the 9,730 "cowboys", even farmers related to sheep, pigs, and chickens are included.

In Hollywood films of the 1930s and 1940s, cowboys were mostly tall and powerful white men, and they always faced off against heinous gangsters, highlighting the cowboys' righteousness and boldness. Indeed, the rough, straightforward, and free style of Texas cowboys represents the image of a generation of American cowboys. Even now, when you think of Texans, you will think of their indomitable character and their unwillingness to give up or give up in anything. But in the United States, the term "Texas cowboy" also has a derogatory connotation of being wild and impulsive. Bush has always been rough-minded in his work, and he is often nicknamed the "Texas Cowboy."

The legendary story of the American Western cowboy has always been a popular theme in Hollywood. The movie "City Hillbilly" describes modern people's yearning for the primitive life in the West. Interestingly, in Texas, pickup trucks are the most popular form of transportation for cowboys. This kind of car is not only spacious inside, but also has a high chassis and sufficient horsepower. It makes a roar when driving. It looks very "cowardly" when running on the dusty gravel road of the pasture.

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Texas is full of cowboy culture

Although the cowboy era has passed, the cowboy spirit and culture it fostered have continued. Houston is a city that embodies cowboy culture. The largest rodeo festival in the United States is held here every March, and the horse and buffalo taming performances are quite exciting***. The George Ranch Historical Park, not far from the city, has a history of 180 years and is the best ranch in Houston to experience cowboy culture. The live cowboy performances here are rich in content, such as driving cattle into the fence, roping, trimming horns, etc.

The Fort Worth Livestock Exchange near Dallas also retains its true character as a "cattle" town, regularly hosting large equestrian shows, as well as horse and cowboy-style gatherings.

The cowboy culture has also created great economic benefits for Texas. Houston's "Taste of Texas" Steakhouse is a must-see for every visitor who admires cowboy culture. In tourist attractions in Texas, cowboy hats, riding boots and other cowboy equipment are essential. In particular, high-quality cowboy hats have become souvenirs that people rush to buy. ...>>

Question 9: What does it mean that the cowboy is busy? "Cowboy is Very Busy" is the title song of Jay Chou's 2007 album I'm Very Busy. Lyrics were written by Huang Junlang. It is an American western country folk song. This song remained at the top of the Chinese song charts for a week after the album was released, and won the Best Music Video Performance Award at the 2008 TVB8 Golden Song Chart Awards Ceremony. Different from the deep and melancholy image of cowboys on the screen, the cowboys in Jay's new work are very busy, have a sense of justice, and are handsome in the early 1960s in America. This is also the biggest difference between this album and the past. Continuing the Chinese style he pioneered, the American country style and retro tunes featured in the premiere of "Cowboys Are Busy" are refreshing to fans, giving everyone a lively and fun atmosphere.