Saco (en. Jacket)

/ˈsako/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Container made of fabric, leather, or other materials, used to transport things.

I took a sack with my clothes to my friend's house.

Llevé un saco con mi ropa a la casa de mi amigo.

Garment that covers the upper part of the body, usually with sleeves.

I put on a coat to protect myself from the cold.

Me puse un saco para protegerme del frío.

In some countries, it refers to a paper or plastic bag.

I bought a paper bag to carry the groceries.

Compré un saco de papel para llevar la compra.

From Latin 'saccus', meaning 'sack' or 'bag'.

bag of bones

It refers to a very thin person.

saco de huesos

torn sack

It is used to describe someone unreliable or worthless.

saco roto

sleeping bag

Garment used for sleeping outdoors.

saco de dormir

to shake

To move something up and down or from side to side.

sacudir

sacrament

A religious rite considered a means of salvation.

sacramento

sack

Pseudonym that may refer to a character or nickname in a specific context.

sacue

Used in some contexts to refer to a person who is difficult to handle.

That girl is a real pain, she doesn't listen to anyone.

Esa chica es un verdadero saco, no escucha a nadie.

It can be used colloquially to refer to a large bag or package.

Bring the store bag to carry the gear.

Trae el saco de la tienda para llevar el equipo.