Brazalete (en. Bracelet)

/bɾa.θa.ˈle.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A decorative object, generally rigid, that is worn around the wrist or arm.
The silver bracelet she wore was very elegant.
El brazalete de plata que llevaba era muy elegante.
Sometimes used as a symbol of belonging to a group or institution.
Club members wear a special bracelet.
Los miembros del club lucen un brazalete especial.
Objects of sentimental value, such as childhood mementos.
She gave me a bracelet that belonged to her grandmother.
Me regaló un brazalete que pertenecía a su abuela.

Etymology

From Hispano-Arabic 'brazalete', which comes from Arabic 'ibriz'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

friendship bracelet
A bracelet that symbolizes a friendship.
brazalete de amistad
identification bracelet
Bracelet used to identify a person, for example, at events or hospitals.
brazalete de identificación

Related Words

wristband
An accessory similar to the bracelet but more flexible.
pulsera
jewelry
A luxury item, often made of metals and precious stones.
joya
accessory
An element that complements or adorns clothing.
accesorio

Slang Meanings

A bracelet that is considered fashionable.
That bracelet is very fashionable this season.
Ese brazalete está muy de moda en esta temporada.
A bracelet used to represent a cause or social movement.
We are wearing a bracelet to support the environmental cause.
Llevamos un brazalete de apoyo a la causa ambiental.