How to Say Different Types of Clothes in Spanish - (2024)

Learning the verbs and phrases related to clothing in Spanish will help you not only to expand your vocabulary but also to describe the appearance, buy and sell clothes, look for clothing items in shops, and use adjectives for longer sentences. Use these examples as a starting point to build your vocabulary and improve your language skills in Spanish, let’s get started!

Basic Clothing Items in Spanish

When it comes to learning how to say different types of clothes in Spanish, it’s important to start with the basics. Here are some common clothing items you should know:

Tops and Shirts

• La camisa – shirt
• La camiseta – t-shirt
• La blusa – blouse
• El suéter – sweater

Bottoms

• Los pantalones – pants
• La falda – skirt
• Los shorts / pantalones cortos – shorts
• Los jeans / tejanos / vaqueros – jeans

Dresses and Suits

• El vestido – dress
• El traje – suit

Coats and Jackets

• El abrigo – coat
• La chaqueta – jacket

List of Accessories in Spanish

• Los zapatos – shoes
• Los calcetines – socks
• Las medias – stockings
• Los guantes – gloves
• La bufanda – scarf
• El sombrero – hat
• Las gafas – glasses

Remember that in Spanish, the word for clothes is “ropa“. So you can say “tengo mucha ropa” to mean “I have a lot of clothes”. With these basic clothing items under your belt, you’ll be able to start building your Spanish vocabulary and confidently talk about what you’re wearing.

Footwear in Spanish

When it comes to footwear, Spanish has a variety of words that describe different types of shoes and boots. Here are some of the most common ones:

Shoes and Boots

• Zapatos (shoes)
• Botas (boots)
• Sandalias (sandals)
• Pantuflas (slippers)
• Tenis (tennis shoes)

When describing footwear in Spanish, it’s important to remember that the gender and number of the noun often determines the gender and number of the adjective used to describe it. For example, los zapatos (the shoes) would be described as cómodos (comfortable) because it is a masculine noun, and las sandalias would be cómodas (comfortable) because it is a feminine noun.

Spanish Undergarments and Swimwear

Underwear and Basics

When it comes to undergarments, Spanish has several words to describe them. The most common word for underwear is “ropa interior.” This term is used for both men and women’s underwear. For women’s undergarments, you can use the word “bragas” or “panties” to refer to panties and “sujetador” for a bra. For men’s underwear, you can use the word “calzoncillos” or “boxers” to refer to underpants.

Here are some examples of how to use these words in sentences:

• Necesito comprar ropa interior nueva. (I need to buy new underwear.)
• Me gusta usar bragas de encaje. (I like to wear lace panties.)
• Los sujetadores deportivos son muy cómodos. (Sports bras are very comfortable.)
• Prefiero los calzoncillos ajustados. (I prefer tight boxers.)

Swimwear

If you’re heading to the beach or the pool, you’ll need to know how to say “swimsuit” in Spanish. The word for swimsuit is “el traje de baño.” This term is used for both men and women’s swimwear. Here are some examples of how to use this word in sentences:

• ¿Dónde puedo comprar un traje de baño? (Where can I buy a swimsuit?)
• Me gusta nadar en el mar con mi traje de baño nuevo. (I like to swim in the sea with my new swimsuit.)

It’s important to note that in some Spanish-speaking countries, people may use different words for swimwear. For example, in Mexico, people often use the word “bañador” instead of “traje de baño.” However, “traje de baño” is understood throughout the Spanish-speaking world.

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Shopping for Clothes in Spanish

When shopping for clothes in Spanish, it’s important to know the right words to use to avoid confusion. In this section, I’ll teach you the essential phrases you need to know to ask and answer questions in a clothes shop.

If you’re looking to buy clothes in Spanish, here are some useful phrases to know:

• ¿Tiene esta blusa en mi talla? (Do you have this blouse in my size?)
• ¿Tiene este abrigo en talle XL? (Do you have this coat in XL?)
• ¿Qué talla lleva? (What size do you wear?)
• Llevo talla M. (I have size M)
• Me gusta este vestido, ¿puedo probármelo? (I like this dress, can I try it on?)
• Me gustan estas blusas, ¿puedo probármelas? (I like these blouses, can I try them on?)
• ¿Tiene este pantalón en otro color? (Do you have these pants in another color?)
• ¿Cuánto cuesta esta falda? (How much does this skirt cost?)

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Adjectives used to describe clothes in Spanish

There are a variety of adjectives you can use to describe clothes in Spanish, here are some of the most common ones:

• Bonito(a): beautiful/pretty
• Feo(a): ugly
• Viejo(a): old
• Usado(a): used / second-hand
• Nuevo(a): new
• Brillante: shiny
• Liso(a): plain/smooth
• Estampado(a): patterned
• Floreado(a): floral
• Ajustado(a): tight/fitted
• Sueltos(as): loose/baggy
• Largo(a): long
• Corto(a): short

Using these adjectives can help you describe clothes in a more detailed and accurate way. For example, if you want to describe a dress as beautiful, you can say “un vestido bonito“. Or if you want to describe a shirt as tight-fitting, you can say “una camisa ajustada“.

It’s also important to note that colors are very important when describing clothes in Spanish. Some common colors include:

• Rojo(a): red
• Azul: blue
• Verde: green
• Amarillo(a): yellow
• Negro(a): black
• Blanco(a): white

→ A Guide to Colors in Spanish: Phrases and Practice

Verbs and Phrases Related to Clothing

Learning the verbs and phrases related to clothing will help you talk about your clothing preferences and understand what others are saying about their clothing choices. In this section, I’ll cover some of the most common verbs and phrases related to clothing in Spanish.

Spanish Verbs Related to Clothing

One of the most important things to learn when it comes to clothing in Spanish is the verbs related to clothing. Here are some of the most common verbs you’ll need to know:

• Quedar (to fit): This verb is used to describe how well clothing fits. For example, “Estos pantalones te quedan bien” (These pants fit you well).
• Poner/Ponerse (to put on/to wear): These verbs are used to describe the act of putting on clothing. For example, “Me pongo una camisa” (I put on a shirt).
• Probar/Probarse (to try on): These verbs are used to describe the act of trying on clothing. For example, “Voy a probarme estos zapatos” (I’m going to try on these shoes).
• Quitar/Quitarse (to take off): These verbs are used to describe the act of taking off clothing. For example, “Me quito la chaqueta” (I take off my jacket).
• Vestir/Vestirse (to get dressed): These verbs are used to describe the act of getting dressed. For example, “Me visto para la fiesta” (I get dressed for the party).
• Comprar/Comprarse (to buy): This verb is used to describe the act of buying clothing. For example, “Voy a comprar unos pantalones nuevos” (I’m going to buy some new pants).

→ What are reflexive verbs in Spanish?

Using Definite Articles With Spanish Clothing

In Spanish, definite articles are used differently than in English. When it comes to clothing, the definite article is used differently depending on whether the clothing item is singular or plural, masculine or feminine. Here are some examples:

• El pantalón (the pants): masculine singular
• Los pantalones (the pants): masculine plural
• La camisa (the shirt): feminine singular
• Las camisas (the shirts): feminine plural

It’s important to note that in Spanish, the definite article is used even when referring to clothing in general. For example, “La ropa es muy cara” (Clothing is very expensive).

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