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    Sayo (en. Shawl)

    /ˈsajo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Garment that covers the body from the shoulders to the knees.
    The cloak he wore was made of a very light material.
    El sayo que llevaba era de un material muy ligero.
    Clothing previously used in certain regions of Spain.
    The men of the village used to wear cloaks during the festivities.
    Los hombres del pueblo solían usar sayos en las festividades.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sagma', which means cloak or covering.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Cloak of a penitent
    Garment worn by penitents in religious ceremonies.
    sayo de penitente
    Long cloak
    Reference to a cloak that extends to the feet.
    sayo largo

    Related Words

    Tunic
    Long and wide garment that covers the body.
    túnica
    Shawl
    Large scarf or garment worn over the shoulders.
    mantón

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person wearing very loose or informal clothing.
    That guy always wears a cloak; it seems he doesn't care how he looks.
    Ese chico siempre lleva un sayo, parece que no le importa cómo se ve.