Pantaleón (en. Pantaleon)

/pan.ta.leˈon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Garment that covers the legs and the lower part of the body.
I bought some new trousers for the summer.
Me compré unos pantaleones nuevos para el verano.
Trousers characterized by being loose in the leg area.
The climbing trousers are very comfortable.
Los pantaleones de alpinismo son muy cómodos.
Work trousers or heavy-duty clothing.
I need some durable trousers for painting.
Necesito unos pantaleones resistentes para pintar.

Etymology

From Old Spanish 'pantaleón', probably derived from Italian 'pantalone', which refers to a type of trousers.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to put on some trousers
To put on clothing, generally trousers.
echarse unos pantalones
to shorten the trousers
To reduce the length of the trousers.
cortar los pantalones
to wear the trousers
To have authority or control in a situation.
llevar pantalones

Related Words

skirt
Garment that covers from the waist down, which is usually shorter than a dress.
falda
shorts
Shorts worn in warm climates.
bermuda
jeans
Trousers made of denim fabric.
jeans

Slang Meanings

Wide and comfortable trousers.
I like those flashy trousers you’re wearing.
Me gustan esos pantaleones chillones que llevas.
Style of trousers associated with urban fashion.
That brand has the best trousers on the market!
¡Esa marca tiene los mejores pantaleones del mercado!