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    Rebozo (en. Shawl)

    /reˈβo.θo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A long and rectangular garment used over the shoulders or as a covering.
    She covered herself with her rebozo when going out into the street.
    Ella se cubrió con su rebozo al salir a la calle.
    A cultural element that represents heritage and tradition in some regions of Mexico.
    The rebozo is a symbol of Mexican culture.
    El rebozo es símbolo de la cultura mexicana.
    It is also used to carry children or goods.
    The woman carried her baby in a rebozo while she worked.
    La mujer cargaba a su bebé en un rebozo mientras trabajaba.

    Etymology

    From Nahuatl 'rebōzōtli', which means 'to cover'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wear a rebozo
    To cover oneself with a rebozo, generally in cold situations.
    llevar un rebozo
    silk rebozo
    A silk rebozo, a symbol of elegance.
    rebozo de seda
    everyday rebozo
    An everyday rebozo, without ornaments.
    rebozo de diario

    Related Words

    shawl
    A similar garment, smaller and usually sleeveless.
    chal
    mantón
    A large garment used to cover the shoulders.
    mantón

    Slang Meanings

    In some regions, it refers to a warm hug.
    He gave me a warm rebozo of affection when he saw me.
    Me dio un rebozo de cariño cuando me vio.
    Used to describe a cozy place.
    That corner of the house is a rebozo of tranquility.
    Ese rincón de la casa es un rebozo de tranquilidad.