Tocuyo (en. Tocuyo)

/toˈkuʝo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Fabric or cloth made of cotton, typically in a solid color or with simple prints.

The curtain is made of tocuyo, giving it a rustic appearance.

La cortina está hecha de tocuyo, lo que le da un aspecto rústico.

Textile product traditionally used in the making of clothing in certain regions of Venezuela.

Tocuyo is highly valued for its durability.

El tocuyo es muy apreciado por su durabilidad.

Material used in making backpacks and other accessories.

I bought tocuyo to make a customized backpack.

Compré tocuyo para hacer una mochila personalizada.

The word 'tocuyo' comes from the Quechua term 'tokuy', which refers to a fabric.

to be like a tocuyo

To be in a state of extreme relaxation or disinterest.

estar como un tocuyo

there is no tocuyo that does not wear out

Everything that is heavily used eventually deteriorates.

no hay tocuyo que no se desgaste

guaycura

Indigenous people of Venezuela who also use tocuyo.

guaycura

backpack

Accessory made with tocuyo.

mochila

Said of someone who is very patient.

That guy is a tocuyo, he never gets angry.

Ese chico es un tocuyo, nunca se enoja.

Refers to someone who dresses informally.

Today I'm dressed like a tocuyo, in a t-shirt and jeans.

Hoy ando vestido como tocuyo, con una camiseta y jeans.