Bufanda (en. Scarf)

/bufan̪da/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A long and narrow piece of fabric used to cover the neck and keep warm.

I wrapped my neck with the scarf to protect myself from the cold.

Me envolví el cuello con la bufanda para protegerme del frío.

A fashion accessory that can be decorative as well as functional.

She chose a brightly colored scarf to complement her coat.

Ella eligió una bufanda de colores vivos para complementar su abrigo.

An object that can be used as a symbol in some cultures, such as in festivals or ceremonies.

The scarf she wore at the ceremony represented her cultural heritage.

La bufanda que llevó en la ceremonia representaba su herencia cultural.

From the Hispanic Arabic 'bufanda', which comes from classical Arabic 'bufanda'.

to be between a rock and a hard place with the scarf

To be in a difficult situation where not much can be done.

estar entre la espada y la pared con la bufanda

to put on the scarf

To cover one's neck with a scarf, typically for warmth.

ponerse la bufanda

scarf in the wind

To be cheerful or free enough to do as one wishes.

bufanda al viento

shawl

A similar garment, wider, that can be worn over the shoulders.

chal

little scarf

A small or youth version of a scarf.

bufandita

sarong

A lightweight scarf, often decorative.

fular

The love scarf

When you're in a relationship, you should always wear the love scarf.

Cuando estás en una relación, siempre debes llevar la bufanda del amor.

Lucky scarf

That game won't be won without the lucky scarf in the stadium.

Ese partido no se ganará sin la bufanda de la suerte en el estadio.