Vestir (en. Dress)

/besˈtir/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To provide or put clothing on someone.
She dresses quickly to go out.
Ella se viste rápidamente para salir.
To cover with fabric or material.
The painter decided to dress the wall with a mural.
El pintor decidió vestir la pared con un mural.
To adorn oneself or dress in a particular way.
He always dresses elegantly at parties.
Siempre viste con elegancia en las fiestas.

Etymology

From Latin 'vestīre', meaning 'to cover'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to dress up elegantly
To put on elegant or formal attire.
vestirse de gala
to dress in the latest fashion
To wear current fashion trends.
vestir a la última
to dress in white
To wear white clothing, often at ceremonies or festivities.
vestir de blanco

Related Words

dress
Garment that covers the body, generally feminine.
vestido
clothing
Set of garments that are worn.
ropa
outfit
Set of clothing that is worn.
atuendo

Slang Meanings

To dress very well or stylishly.
That girl always dresses in luxury.
Esa chica siempre viste de lujo.
To dress informally or casually.
Today I am going to dress casually.
Hoy voy a vestir de manera casual.