Gabán (en. Overcoat)

[ɡaˈβan]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Long coat, usually with a hood, used in cold or rainy weather conditions.

Example Sentence: The gabán I bought is very comfortable and keeps me warm.

El gabán que compré es muy cómodo y abriga bien.

Definition: A type of jacket that is longer than usual, designed to offer more protection.

Example Sentence: She wore an elegant gabán to the party.

Ella llevaba un gabán elegante en la fiesta.

Definition: An outer garment that usually has a waterproof fabric.

Example Sentence: I need a gabán to go out today because it is raining.

Necesito un gabán para salir hoy porque está lloviendo.

Etymology/Origin: From Hispanic Arabic 'qabá', in turn from Arabic 'qabāʾ', meaning cloak.

Phrase: wear a gabán

Meaning: To wear a long garment that protects from cold or rain.

llevar un gabán

Phrase: gabán coat

Meaning: Specifically addressing, related to outerwear.

abrigo de gabán

Related Word: coat

Description: A garment that covers the body and protects from the cold.

abrigo

Related Word: hood

Description: The part of the garment that covers the head.

capucha

Related Word: waterproof

Description: That does not allow water to pass through.

impermeable

Slang Meaning: A trendy garment in urban environments.

Slang Example: The gabán has become a symbol of youthful style.

El gabán se ha vuelto un símbolo de estilo juvenil.

Slang Meaning: Term used in some places to refer to a coat in general.

Slang Example: Are you putting on your gabán to go out tonight?

¿Te pones tu gabán para salir esta noche?