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    Manteles (en. Tablecloths)

    /manˈteles/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Fabric placed on the table during meals.
    Linen tablecloths are very elegant for dinners.
    Los manteles de lino son muy elegantes para las cenas.
    Layer of fabric or plastic that is spread over a table.
    She chose a checkered tablecloth for the birthday party.
    Ella eligió un mantel de cuadros para la fiesta de cumpleaños.
    It is used to decorate the table at celebrations.
    White tablecloths are common at weddings.
    Los manteles blancos son comunes en las bodas.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'mantellum', which means 'cloak' or 'cape'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To set the table
    Preparing the table for a meal.
    poner el mantel
    Tablecloth
    Specific fabric that covers the table.
    mantel de mesa
    Picnic tablecloth
    Fabric used outdoors for dining.
    mantel de picnic

    Related Words

    Small tablecloth
    A small or smaller tablecloth.
    mantelito
    Cover
    A layer that covers something, generally the table.
    cubierta
    Silk
    A type of material that is often used to make elegant tablecloths.
    seda

    Slang Meanings

    War tablecloth
    When he sits at the table, it's as if he unfurls a war tablecloth, always ready for a debate.
    Cuando se sienta a la mesa, es como si desplegara un mantel de guerra, siempre listo para discutir.
    Small tablecloth
    At family meals, there is always a small tablecloth for the kids.
    En la comida de familia, siempre hay un mantelito para los niños.