Pantalón (en. Pants)

/pan.ta.lon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Article of clothing that covers from the waist to the ankles.
She is wearing elegant black pants.
Ella lleva un pantalón negro elegante.
Type of clothing used for sports activities.
In gym class, wearing sports pants is mandatory.
En la clase de gimnasia, es obligatorio usar pantalones deportivos.
Garment used in different styles and occasions.
Denim pants are very versatile.
Los pantalones de mezclilla son muy versátiles.

Etymology

From the French 'pantalon', which refers to an article of clothing that covers the legs.

Common Phrases and Expressions

change pants
To replace one garment with another.
cambiar de pantalón
take out the pants
To put the pants in the wash.
sacar los pantalones
there are no pants
Expression indicating that the time to do something has run out.
no hay pantalones

Related Words

belt
Accessory used to secure the pants.
cinturón
skirt
Women's garment that covers the legs but is different from pants.
falda
shorts
Short garment that covers the legs, unlike pants.
short

Slang Meanings

tight pants
Skinny jeans are known as tight pants.
Los skinny jeans son conocidos como pantalones ajustados.
tracksuit bottoms
Joggers are popular for exercising.
Los pantas son populares para hacer ejercicio.