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    Boina (en. Beret)

    /ˈbwoina/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A round hat that is used as part of clothing.
    The man wore a red beret on his head.
    El hombre llevaba una boina roja en su cabeza.
    An item of clothing often associated with Basque culture.
    Fishermen in the region often wear berets.
    Los pescadores de la región suelen usar boina.
    An accessory that protects from the sun and rain.
    I decided to put on the beret because it was raining.
    Decidí ponerme la boina porque estaba lloviendo.

    Etymology

    From the French 'bretón' referring to the region where this type of hat is popular.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put on the beret
    To adopt a more serious or committed stance.
    ponerse la boina
    Basque beret
    Refers to the traditional beret used in the Basque Country region.
    boina vasca
    to put on one's beret
    To begin thinking or reflecting on a matter.
    echarse la boina

    Related Words

    cap
    A garment that covers the head, without a brim.
    gorro
    hat
    A garment worn on the head that has a brim.
    sombrero

    Slang Meanings

    A way to refer to someone who behaves in a traditional or conservative manner.
    Don't be such a bore, dare to step out of your comfort zone.
    No seas tan boina, atrévete a salir de tu zona de confort.
    A term to describe someone who only cares about rules and customs.
    That guy is such a bore, he always follows the protocol to the letter.
    Ese tipo es un verdadero boina, siempre sigue el protocolo al pie de la letra.