Cabelleras (en. Hair)

/ka.βe.ˈʎe.ɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of hair that covers the head.
The manes of the models shimmered under the runway lights.
Las cabelleras de las modelos brillaban bajo la luz de la pasarela.
Long and abundant hair, especially in women.
Her black, curly hair attracted all the gazes.
Su cabellera negra y rizada atraía todas las miradas.
Style or adornment made with hair.
She wore a braided mane that gave her a romantic look.
Llevaba una cabellera trenzada que le daba un aire romántico.

Etymology

From Latin 'capillaria', related to 'capillus' which means hair.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lion's mane
Referring to a thick and lush mane.
cabellera de león
golden hair
Description of a blonde or light-colored hair.
cabellera dorada
to lose one's hair
To lose hair, often related to baldness.
perder la cabellera

Related Words

hair salon
Establishment where hair is cut and styled.
peluquería
braid
A hairstyle that involves interweaving strands of hair.
trenza

Slang Meanings

Untidy or tangled hair.
That mane is a disaster after the storm.
Esa cabellera es un desastre después de la tormenta.
A term used to refer to hair of an unusual color.
Her rainbow hair caught everyone's attention.
Su cabellera arcoíris llamó la atención de todos.