Cosiendo (en. Sewing)

/koˈsi.en.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Action of joining two pieces of fabric with thread and a needle.
She is sewing a dress for the party.
Ella está cosiendo un vestido para la fiesta.
Process by which seams are made in various materials.
The pants are being sewn at the factory.
Los pantalones se están cosiendo en la fábrica.
Activity that involves creating articles of clothing.
While sewing, I learned to make my own clothes.
Cosendo, aprendí a hacer mis propias prendas.

Etymology

From the verb coser, which comes from the Latin 'consuere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sewing and singing
Doing something in a relaxed and carefree manner.
cosiendo y cantando
you don't have to be too picky while sewing
It is not necessary to be too careful while doing something.
no hay que hacer muchos reparos cosiendo

Related Words

sew
To join two or more pieces of material with thread.
coser
sewing
Work or technique of sewing.
costura
sewing machine
Device used to join pieces of fabric.
máquina de coser

Slang Meanings

To sew in contexts of informal or low-cost work.
I'm going to sew some suits, but it will be at very low prices.
Voy a coser unos trajes, pero será a precios muy económicos.
To carry out a task quickly and without care.
That piece of furniture was sewn quickly, it won't last long.
Ese mueble lo cosieron rápido, no durará mucho.