Pañuelo (en. Handkerchief)

/paˈɲwelo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A square or rectangular piece of cloth used to wipe the forehead or nose.

He always carries a handkerchief in his pocket in case he needs to blow his nose.

Él siempre lleva un pañuelo en el bolsillo por si necesita sonarse.

Cloth used as an ornament on the head or neck.

She tied a handkerchief around her head to shield from the sun.

Ella se ató un pañuelo en la cabeza para el sol.

A symbol of solidarity and support in some demonstrations.

Green handkerchiefs have become a symbol of the movement for the right to abortion.

Los pañuelos verdes se han convertido en un símbolo del movimiento por el derecho al aborto.

From Latin 'pannulus', which means 'piece of cloth' or 'small cloth'.

handkerchief around the neck

To wear a handkerchief stylishly around the neck.

pañuelo en el cuello

throw a handkerchief

To symbolize farewell or mourning.

echar un pañuelo

paper handkerchief

A handkerchief designed to be disposable and used for blowing one's nose.

pañuelo de papel

cloth

Flexible material used to make clothing and other items.

tela

scarf

A long, narrow garment worn around the neck.

bufanda

tissue

Disposable paper handkerchief used for personal hygiene.

tissue

Expression of sadness or mourning.

Her handkerchief fell when she heard the news.

Se le cayó el pañuelo cuando escuchó la noticia.

Used as a symbol of protest.

Wearing a red handkerchief during the demonstration indicates that you support the cause.

Llevar un pañuelo rojo durante la manifestación indica que apoyas la causa.