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loba

Loba is a term used in Spanish and Portuguese that translates to "she-wolf." In zoological use, loba is the feminine form of lobo, the species Lupus lupus; in English, the corresponding term is "she-wolf." The word also appears in metaphorical language to describe a woman who is fierce, independent, or predatory in social or romantic contexts.

In popular culture, loba refers to a Spanish-language song by Shakira, released in 2010 as the Spanish

Beyond music, loba appears in titles and names across Spanish-language media, including films and literature, where

Etymology and usage notes: loba derives from Latin lupus, with the feminine form used in both Spanish

version
of
"She
Wolf."
The
track
appears
on
her
album
Sale
el
Sol
and
explores
themes
of
personal
freedom
and
reinvention.
The
song
achieved
international
chart
success
and
was
accompanied
by
a
music
video.
it
typically
signals
themes
of
femininity
and
wildness
associated
with
a
wolf.
and
Portuguese.
The
term
carries
connotations
ranging
from
biological
designation
to
metaphorical
imagery
of
strength,
resilience,
and
independence.