Cabellera (en. Hair)

/ka.be.ˈʎe.ɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The long hair of a person, especially a woman.
Her hair shone under the sunlight.
Su cabellera brillaba bajo la luz del sol.
Style or appearance of hair.
The model's hair was stunning on the runway.
La cabellera de la modelo era impresionante en la pasarela.
Hair that is considered beautiful or attractive.
I have always admired her curly hair.
Siempre he admirado su cabellera rizada.

Etymology

From Latin 'capillaris', derived from 'capillus' which means hair.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take care of the hair
To keep the hair in good condition.
cuidar la cabellera
to make a braid of hair
To weave the hair in the form of a braid.
hacer una trenza de cabellera
I'm starting to lose my hair
To begin the loss of hair.
comienzo a perder la cabellera

Related Words

hair
Each of the filaments that make up the hair.
cabello
wig
Artificial hair used to cover the head.
peluca
tiara
Ornament placed on the hair, usually on special occasions.
tiara

Slang Meanings

Long hair blown by the wind.
She walks with her hair blowing in the wind.
Ella camina con su cabellera al viento.
Very long and well-groomed hair.
It's said that she has mermaid hair.
Se dice que tiene una cabellera de sirena.