Bretaña (en. Brittany)

/bɾeˈtaɲa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A wool fabric or a similar appearance, used in making clothing.
I bought a bretaña coat for winter.
Compré un abrigo de bretaña para el invierno.
A garment made of that fabric.
The jacket he is wearing is made of bretaña.
La chaqueta que lleva es de bretaña.

Etymology

The word comes from the French term 'bretagne', referring to the region famous for its fabrics.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in a state of bretaña
To be in a state of discomfort or displeasure.
estar de bretaña
to dress in bretaña
To wear clothing made of a specific material that evokes distinction.
vestir de bretaña

Related Words

textile
Material used in making garments.
textil
tweed
A type of wool fabric, generally used in outerwear.
tweed

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term to refer to something that is of good quality.
That jacket is made of bretaña, perfect for the weather.
Esa chaqueta es de bretaña, perfecta para el clima.
Referring to people who wear country clothing or who are in a rural environment.
Those people dress in bretaña, they are very authentic.
Esa gente se viste de bretaña, son muy auténticos.