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.