Poleró (en. Polero)

/po.leˈɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Garment that covers the torso and can have long or short sleeves.
He wore a red polerón for winter.
Él llevó un polerón rojo para el invierno.
Sweater or light jacket used in cool climates.
The polerón I bought is very comfortable.
El polerón que compré es muy cómodo.
Type of clothing commonly used for outdoor activities.
In the mountains, I wore a polerón to stay warm.
En la montaña, llevé un polerón para estar caliente.

Etymology

From Spanish polera, which refers to a garment commonly used in everyday clothing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to wear a polerón
To wear a polerón as part of the outfit.
vestir un polerón
winter polerón
A suitable polerón for cold weather.
polerón de invierno
to take off the polerón
To remove the mentioned garment.
quitarse el polerón

Related Words

sweater
Garment that covers the torso, usually made of wool or cotton.
suéter
coat
Garment that provides warmth, generally thicker than a polerón.
abrigo
t-shirt
Lightweight garment, normally with short sleeves.
camiseta

Slang Meanings

A popular garment among young people.
That polerón is very trendy among students.
Ese polerón está muy de moda entre los estudiantes.
A comfortable garment for being at home.
I put on my polerón when I'm relaxing at home.
Me pongo mi polerón cuando estoy descansando en casa.