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    Sombrero (en. Hat)

    /somˈbɾeɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    It is a type of dressing accessory that is generally worn for protection from the sun.
    In the countryside, it is common to see farmers with their straw hats.
    En el campo, es común ver a los campesinos con su sombrero de paja.
    It can be part of a traditional outfit in some cultures.
    Mariachis wear hats as part of their traditional clothing.
    Los mariachis llevan sombrero como parte de su vestimenta tradicional.
    It is used on festive occasions, especially in the celebration of popular traditions.
    During the party, everyone wore decorative hats.
    Durante la fiesta, todos portaban sombreros decorativos.

    Etymology

    It comes from the old Spanish 'sombra', referring to the original purpose of the hat to provide shade.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to every hat
    it is used to describe someone who acts without considering the consequences.
    a todo sombrero
    it's not an ordinary hat
    it indicates that something is special or has added value.
    no es un sombrero cualquiera
    to take off one's hat
    it means to recognize someone's effort or quality.
    quitarse el sombrero

    Related Words

    hatmaker
    a person who makes or sells hats.
    sombrerero
    small hat
    small or smaller hat.
    sombrerito
    large hat, usually ostentatious.
    large hat, generally ostentatious.
    sombrerote

    Slang Meanings

    Use the lucky hat
    When playing the lottery, he always wears his lucky hat.
    Cuando juega a la lotería, siempre usa su sombrero de la suerte.
    To be wearing a hat
    When you arrive at a party with a big hat, everyone says you are wearing a hat.
    Cuando llegas a una fiesta con un sombrero grande, todos dicen que estás de sombrero.