atuendo
/aˈtwendo/masculine
The English word "attire" can be translated into Spanish as atuendo. Wiktionary also lists vestimenta.
Meaning: one's dress or clothes (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| atuendo | /aˈtwendo/ | masculine |
| vestimenta | /bestiˈmenta/ | feminine |
These terms refer to one's dress or clothes. You can also use the related verb ataviar to mean to dress up or to adorn someone in a specific attire.
Which one should you use?
While both are used for attire, atuendo often describes a specific, complete outfit or a formal way of dressing. In contrast, vestimenta is more technical or collective, often referring to the general concept of clothing or a specific type of dress worn by a group.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, you may encounter the terms atuendo and indumentaria.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine noun atuendo forms its plural by adding -s to become atuendos. The feminine noun vestimenta forms its plural by adding -s to become vestimentas.
How do you pronounce it?
/aˈtwendo/
Did you know?
- The word atuendo shares a surprising ancestor with the word 'stunned'. It comes from the Latin 'attonitus', meaning 'struck by thunder'.
- In traditional Spanish culture, a specific atuendo might be used to signal a person's social rank or regional identity during local festivals.
- The verb ataviar can refer not just to putting on clothes, but to the act of adorning or decorating a person or object.
Examples in context
- La blusaThe blouse
- El vestido rojoThe red dress
- Me pongo los zapatosI put on my shoes
- Voy a ponerme un traje elegante para la boda.I am going to wear a fancy suit for the wedding.
- ¿Dónde puedo comprar ropa de invierno en esta ciudad?Where can I buy winter clothes in this city?
- ¡Esa falda te queda muy bien!That skirt looks great on you!
- Su atuendo es muy elegante.His attire is very elegant.
- El atuendo formal es obligatorio.Formal attire is mandatory.
- Me gusta tu atuendo de hoy.I like your attire today.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Lucía are getting ready for a gala.
- AlejandroLucía, ¿qué te parece mi atuendo?Lucía, what do you think of my attire?
- LucíaTe ves muy bien, Alejandro.You look very good, Alejandro.
- AlejandroGracias, pero me parece demasiado formal.Thanks, but I think it's too formal.
- LucíaNo te preocupes, es perfecto.Don't worry, it is perfect.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “attire” translations and entries atuendo, vestimenta, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries atuendo, vestimenta, CC BY-SA 4.0.
