Broche (en. Brooch)

/ˈbɾo.tʃe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An accessory used to hold fabrics or garments.
She wore a shiny brooch on her dress.
Ella llevaba un broche brillante en su vestido.
A decorative element used as jewelry or personal adornment.
The pearl brooch added an elegant touch to her outfit.
El broche de perlas le dio un toque elegante a su atuendo.
A tool used to close or secure something.
A brooch is used to secure the cape in place.
Se usa un broche para asegurar la capa en su lugar.

Etymology

From the French 'broche', which means pin or clasp.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to put the finishing touch
To conclude something spectacularly or successfully.
dar el broche de oro
you can't put a stop to this
You can't wrap up or finalize something that is still in development.
no se puede poner un broche a esto

Related Words

pin
Similar object used to hold something.
pin
clip
Element that serves to hold papers or garments.
clip
pad
Base or support that a brooch can have.
almohadilla

Slang Meanings

Gold brooch
That ending was the crowning moment of the movie.
Ese final fue el broche de oro de la película.
To be in style
When one feels very well-dressed or eye-catching.
Cuando se siente muy bien vestido o llamativo.