Chamarra (en. Jacket)
/tʃaˈmaɾa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Clothing for warmth that covers the upper part of the body.
I put on the jacket when it's cold.
Me pongo la chamarra cuando hace frío.
Garment that can be made from different materials, such as leather or cotton.
The leather jacket is very popular among young people.
La chamarra de cuero es muy popular entre los jóvenes.
Lightweight jacket used in temperate climates.
In spring, I usually wear a lightweight jacket.
En primavera, suelo usar una chamarra ligera.
Etymology
From the Nahuatl 'chamalli', which means 'cape'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
leather jacket
Jacket made from animal skin, very durable.
chamarra de cuero
to put on the jacket
The action of wrapping oneself with the jacket.
ponerse la chamarra
waterproof jacket
Jacket designed to resist water.
chamarra impermeable
Related Words
coat
Garment used for warmth, heavier than a jacket.
abrigo
jacket
Garment similar to the jacket, but generally lighter.
chaqueta
lining
Material used inside the jacket for greater comfort and warmth.
forro
Slang Meanings
Vest with sleeves
That jacket seems to me like a vest with sleeves.
Esa chamarra me parece un chaleco con mangas.
Fashion jacket
The new jacket you bought is a fashion coat.
La nueva chamarra que compraste es un abrigo de moda.