Sedas (en. Silks)

/ˈseðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Thread obtained from the cocoon of the silk worm.

Example Sentence: The dress is made of very fine silks.

El vestido está hecho de sedas muy finas.

Definition: Material used in the making of clothing and other items.

Example Sentence: The silks from this workshop are internationally recognized.

Las sedas de este taller son reconocidas internacionalmente.

Definition: Any fabric or product that contains silk.

Example Sentence: I bought several silks to make my own scarves.

Compré varias sedas para hacer mis propios bufandas.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'sĭla', meaning silk fabric.

Phrase: river silk

Meaning: Type of silk obtained from worms that live near water.

seda de río

Phrase: to make silks

Meaning: Expression referring to the skill of making elegant garments.

hacer sedas

Related Word: silk

Description: Luxurious fabric produced by the silk worm.

seda

Related Word: textile

Description: Material made through spinning and weaving.

textil

Slang Meaning: Condition of being very elegant or fashionable.

Slang Example: That jacket is pure silk, you look great.

Esa chaqueta es pura seda, te ves muy bien.

Slang Meaning: Referring to something of high quality or luxury.

Slang Example: This is silk, you can't find it just anywhere.

Esto es de seda, no lo puedes encontrar en cualquier lado.