Polos (en. Poles)

/ˈpolo̞s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Clothing item worn on the upper body, commonly with a collar and often with buttons.
I am wearing a white polo for the meeting.
Llevo un polo blanco para la reunión.
Type of t-shirt that is distinguished by its collar and style.
The club has polo shirts as official uniforms.
El club tiene camisetas de polo como uniforme oficial.
It can also refer to a category of clothing that is more formal than basic t-shirts.
I bought some polos for the summer.
Compré unos polos para el verano.

Etymology

From the English 'polo shirt', from the shirt worn by polo players.

Common Phrases and Expressions

striped polo
Polo shirt that features a striped design.
polo a rayas
colored polo
Polo clothing item that has different colors.
polo de colores
sport polo
Polo-style t-shirt used for sports activities.
polo deportivo

Related Words

t-shirt
Clothing item without a collar that covers the torso.
camiseta
coat
Clothing item used for warmth.
abrigo
jacket
Lightweight clothing item that covers the upper body.
chaqueta

Slang Meanings

Relaxed lifestyle.
His way of dressing is very polo, always casual.
Su forma de vestir es muy polos, siempre casual.
Use of comfortable and simple clothing.
I like to go out in polos on the weekend.
Me gusta salir con polos en el fin de semana.