Loza (en. Crockery)

/ˈloθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Translation: A type of fine ceramic, usually made from clay.
Translation: I bought a very nice earthenware piece at the craft store.
Compré una loza muy bonita en la tienda de artesanías.
Translation: Cups, plates, or any utensils that are ceramic.
Translation: The earthenware on the table has a very elegant design.
La loza en la mesa es de un diseño muy elegante.
Translation: The set of ceramic utensils of a family.
Translation: Grandmothers used to have an earthenware piece passed down through generations.
Las abuelas solían tener una loza heredada de generaciones.

Etymology

Translation: From Latin 'lūsa', which refers to clay objects.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Translation: To break the earthenware
Translation: To cause a great disaster or damage in a place.
Romper la loza

Related Words

Translation: ceramics
Translation: Material made from clay, used to make objects.
cerámica
Translation: utensils
Translation: Tools or containers used to cook or serve food.
utensilios

Slang Meanings

Translation: It is used to refer to something of poor quality.
Translation: That earthenware you bought broke just from washing it.
Esa loza que compraste se rompió con solo lavarla.
Translation: It usually refers to a person who is very clumsy.
Translation: Whenever he plays, it seems like he has two left feet.
Siempre que juega, parece que tiene dos lozas en los pies.