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    Capote (en. Cloak)

    /ka'po.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Warm garment that covers down to the bottom and has a hood.
    He put on the cape to go out at night.
    Se puso el capote para salir en la noche.
    Cloak or mantle used in certain ceremonies or events.
    The cape worn by the queen was made of silk.
    El capote que llevaba la reina era de seda.
    In some contexts, it refers to a type of traditional clothing.
    The cape of the bullfighter is a symbol of his art.
    El capote del torero es un símbolo de su arte.

    Etymology

    From the French 'capote', which means cloak or mantle.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    raincoat
    Waterproof garment used to protect oneself from rain.
    capote de lluvia
    to offer one's help or protection
    Expression that means to offer help or shelter.
    dar el capote
    gala cape
    Cape used on ceremonial occasions.
    capote de gala

    Related Words

    cape
    Similar garment that covers the torso.
    capa
    coat
    Garment used for warmth.
    abrigo
    jacket
    Warm clothing worn over other garments.
    saco

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term for referring to a contraceptive.
    I always carry a cape to stay protected.
    Siempre llevo un capote para estar protegido.
    Used in youth contexts to refer to someone who hides a lot.
    Don't be a cape, participate more in the group.
    No seas un capote, participa más en el grupo.