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    Botón (en. Button)

    /boˈton/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Small object used to close or secure clothing items.
    The dress has a broken button.
    El vestido tiene un botón roto.
    Element in electronic devices used to activate or deactivate functions.
    Press the power button to turn on the computer.
    Presiona el botón de encendido para encender la computadora.
    Diminutive of 'button' as part of a garment.
    I lost a button from my shirt.
    Se me cayó un botón de la camisa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'bottonem', which means 'cone, small button', related to 'bulla' meaning bubble.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    panic button
    Device used to urgently request help.
    botón de pánico
    start button
    Button that allows starting an operation or activity on a device.
    botón de inicio
    to have no button
    Colloquial expression meaning to have nothing to offer or contribute.
    no tener un botón

    Related Words

    fasten
    To close or adjust a garment with a button.
    abrochar
    unfasten
    To remove or open a button on a garment.
    desabrochar
    knob
    Colloquial synonym sometimes used to refer to a button.
    manija

    Slang Meanings

    Person who informs on another in improper activities.
    That guy is a snitch; he always talks to the police.
    Ese es un botón, siempre habla con la policía.
    Someone considered a 'snitch' or informant in a group of friends.
    Don't be a snitch; keep the secret.
    No seas botón, guarda el secreto.