trasero de manzana
/tɾaseɾo de manθana/from spelling rules
The English slang term "apple bottom" can be translated into Spanish as trasero de manzana.
This phrase is a slang term used to describe a backside that is rounded and shapely.
Which one should you use?
The phrase Trasero en forma de manzana can also be used to literally mean a rear end in the shape of an apple.
How do you pronounce it?
/tɾaseɾo de manθana/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word manzana can also refer to a city block, meaning a literal translation of the phrase might confuse a listener into thinking about urban architecture.
- The word trasero shares its linguistic DNA with the English word 'transatlantic', as both stem from the Latin 'trāns' meaning 'across' or 'beyond'.
- While trasero de manzana is a direct translation, Spanish speakers often use the word pompas or colas when using playful or slangy language to describe body parts.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are talking about fitness goals at the gym.
- SofíaQuiero hacer más sentadillas.I want to do more squats.
- DanielPara qué, si ya tienes un trasero de manzana.What for, if you already have an apple bottom?
- SofíaGracias, Daniel, pero quiero mejorar.Thanks, Daniel, but I want to improve.
- DanielEstá bien, sigue entrenando entonces.Alright, keep training then.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, manzana, trasero, CC BY-SA 4.0.
