Corbata (en. Tie)

/korˈβata/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A long and narrow article of clothing worn around the neck and knotted at the front.
He always wears an elegant tie to work meetings.
Él siempre lleva una corbata elegante en las reuniones de trabajo.
A decorative element that accompanies formal suits.
For the wedding, he decided to wear a bright-colored tie.
Para la boda, decidió usar una corbata de colores brillantes.
A symbol of formality and professionalism in work environments.
The company requires everyone to wear a tie during presentations.
La empresa requiere que todos lleven corbata en las presentaciones.

Etymology

From the French 'cravate', which in turn comes from 'croate', referring to the Croatian mercenaries who wore neckerchiefs.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bow tie
a tie that is tied in the shape of a bow.
corbata de pajarita
to wear a crooked tie
not adhering to personal presentation standards.
llevar la corbata torcida
gift tie
a tie that is offered as a gift on special occasions.
corbata de regalo

Related Words

bow
An item worn on the chest, similar to a tie but tied in a bow shape.
moño
suit
A set of formal clothing pieces that is usually combined with a tie.
traje
knot
An adjustment made to the tie to keep it in place.
nudo

Slang Meanings

To wear a tie in an inappropriate context.
He went to the beach party wearing a tie, how absurd!
Él fue a la fiesta de playa con corbata, ¡qué absurdo!
Tie as a symbol of status or wealth.
In this city, wearing an expensive tie is a symbol of success.
En esta ciudad, llevar una corbata cara es un símbolo de éxito.