Trenzas (en. Braids)

/ˈtɾensas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of intertwined strands of hair.
They braided her hair for the party.
Le hicieron trenzas en el cabello para la fiesta.
Technique for intertwining ropes or threads.
He used braids to secure the cargo in the truck.
Utilizó trenzas para asegurar la carga en el camión.
Braids of a rope can be used to make knots.
Strong braids are important in navigation.
Las trenzas fuertes son importantes en la navegación.

Etymology

From the verb 'trenzar', which means to intertwine.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to braid
To form braids, especially in hair.
hacer trenzas
fish braids
A type of braid that resembles the shape of a fish.
trenzas de pescado

Related Words

braid
Action of intertwining threads or hair.
trenzar
braid
A single unit of braided hair.
trenza
intertwine
To cross various threads or elements with each other.
entrelazar

Slang Meanings

When a situation unexpectedly complicates.
I'm tangled up with this project.
Ya se me hicieron las trenzas con este proyecto.
Disorder or confusion.
The meeting turned into a mess.
La reunión se convirtió en unas trenzas.