Alfiler (en. Pin)

/alfiˈler/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A thin and pointed object used mainly to join or fix things.

I need a pin to close this garment.

Necesito un alfiler para cerrar esta prenda.

Decorative element used as an ornament in clothing.

She wears a pin on the lapel of her jacket.

Ella lleva un alfiler en la solapa de su chaqueta.

Sewing instrument.

She uses pins to hold the pieces of fabric in place while she sews.

Utiliza alfileres para mantener las piezas de tela en su lugar mientras cose.

Derived from the Latin 'pinnaculum', which means spike or needle.

to put on a pin

To do something small or insignificant.

ponerse un alfiler

not to give a pin

To give absolutely nothing, not even a small favor.

no dar un alfiler

to be like a pin

To be very thin or skinny.

estar como un alfiler

needle

Sharp and thin instrument used for sewing.

aguja

brooch

Decorative element used to fasten a garment or accessory.

broche

spike

Elongated element used to hold or pierce food.

pincho

Term used to indicate something of little importance.

That is a pin compared to what really matters.

Eso es un alfiler en comparación con lo que realmente importa.

To refer to a person who is shy or introverted.

Don't be such a pin, cheer up and talk to people.

No seas tan alfiler, anímate y habla con la gente.