Talla (en. Size)

/ˈta.ʎa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Measurement of the dimensions of a person or an object.
Her clothing size is medium.
Su talla de ropa es mediana.
Type or size of a product, especially in clothing and shoes.
I need a larger size.
Necesito una talla más grande.
Quality of someone to perform an activity or task.
You don't have the size to be a leader.
No tienes la talla para ser líder.

Etymology

From the Latin 'talla', which means measure or size.

Common Phrases and Expressions

one size
Standard size that fits most.
talla única
large size
Size larger than standard.
talla grande
small size
Size smaller than standard.
talla pequeña

Related Words

to carve
To shape something, especially in sculpture.
tallar
excessive
Something that exceeds the normal size or measure.
desmedida
size
General dimensions of an object.
tamaño

Slang Meanings

Size as a concept of capacity or ability.
He doesn't like sports much; he doesn't have the size for that.
No le gusta mucho el deporte, no tiene la talla para eso.
Reference to the amount of money they earn or have.
That project has a lot of weight; we'll surely earn well.
Ese proyecto tiene mucha talla, seguro que ganaremos bien.