Tacones (en. Heels)
/ta'kones/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Footwear elements that raise the heel relative to the front of the foot.
She always wears high heels for special occasions.
Ella siempre usa tacones altos para las ocasiones especiales.
They are a symbol of elegance and fashion in many cultures.
Heels are essential to complete her evening outfit.
Los tacones son esenciales para completar su outfit de noche.
They can cause discomfort if not worn properly.
After dancing all night in heels, her feet were sore.
Después de bailar toda la noche con tacones, sus pies estaban adoloridos.
Etymology
From the Spanish 'tacón', which comes from the Latin 'tacone', a diminutive of 'taçon', meaning 'heel'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
stiletto heels
High and thin heels that resemble a needle.
tacones de aguja
to put on heels
Dressing in high-heeled shoes for an occasion.
ponerse los tacones
to dance in heels
Dancing while wearing heeled shoes.
bailar con tacones
Related Words
shoes
Footwear that covers the foot.
zapatos
heel
The elevated and rear part of the shoe.
tacón
heel made
Expression that indicates a specific design for shoes.
hecho en tacón
Slang Meanings
Style or fashion with high shoes.
That girl always dresses fashionably with her heels.
Esa chica siempre va a la moda con sus tacones.
To have confidence and poise.
She walks in heels as if she were the queen of the party.
Ella camina con tacones como si fuese la reina de la fiesta.