Jersey (en. Jersey)

/ˈdʒɜr.zi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A full-body garment, commonly knitted.

I bought a new jersey for winter.

Me compré un jersey nuevo para el invierno.

A sports shirt that bears the name or number of a player.

He wore his favorite team's jersey to the game.

Él llevó el jersey de su equipo favorito al partido.

Fabric made of wool or cotton used to make garments.

This jersey is made of a very soft material.

Este jersey está hecho de un material muy suave.

The word 'jersey' comes from the island of Jersey, in the English Channel, known for its wool.

to wear a jersey

To wear a piece of clothing that warms the torso and arms.

llevar un jersey

sports jersey

A garment that represents a player or team in sports competitions.

jersey de deportes

I got my jersey dirty

My garment got stained or dirty.

se me ensució el jersey

sweater

A similar piece of clothing, generally thicker and without buttons.

suéter

coat

An outer garment that provides warmth in cold weather.

abrigo

vest

A sleeveless garment worn over a shirt.

chaleco

In some regions, 'jersey' may refer to a relaxed style of dressing.

Today I’m wearing a jersey look, comfortable and laid-back.

Hoy llevo un look de jersey, cómodo y desenfadado.

It can be used to describe someone who is very casual in their style.

He always shows up in his jersey and jeans.

Él siempre aparece con su jersey y jeans.