Abrigos (en. Coats)

/aˈβɾiɣos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Garment used to maintain body heat.

In winter, I always wear wool coats.

En invierno, siempre llevo abrigos de lana.

Layer or cover used to protect against the elements.

Fur coats are very warm.

Los abrigos de piel son muy cálidos.

Clothing item that can include vests, long coats, etc.

I bought several coats for the cold season.

Compré varios abrigos para la temporada de frío.

From the verb 'abrir' in its sense of cover or wrap.

it's cold

It means that the temperature is very low and warmth is needed.

hacer frío

dress warmly

Dress appropriately to protect yourself from the cold.

abrigarse bien

down coat

A type of coat made with feathers that provides a lot of warmth.

abrigo de plumas

coat

Garment that covers the upper part of the body, usually with sleeves.

abrigo

jacket

Lightweight outer garment, lighter than a coat.

chaqueta

scarf

Fabric used to cover the neck and part of the face from the cold.

bufanda

In some informal contexts, it can refer to a low-quality coat.

That store has coats, but they are all very loose.

Esa tienda tiene abrigos, pero son todos muy flojos.

Ironic use to refer to a fashion that doesn't provide warmth.

That jacket is more of a design coat than a real coat.

Esa chaqueta es más un abrigo de diseño que de abrigo real.