barbadine
/baɾbadine/from spelling rules
barbadine is the Spanish word for a type of coarse, heavy linen fabric.
The term barbadine refers specifically to a heavy, coarse linen fabric used in textiles.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In the contexts of Cuba and Puerto Rico, note that the fruit 'guanábana' is sometimes referred to as 'graviola'.
How do you pronounce it?
/baɾbadine/
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are looking at fabric samples in a tailor shop.
- ElenaMira esta tela, es barbadine.Look at this fabric, it is barbadine.
- MateoSe siente muy pesada y fuerte.It feels very heavy and strong.
- ElenaEs perfecta para un abrigo.It is perfect for a coat.
- MateoTienes razón, Elena, elijamos esa.You are right, Elena, let's choose that one.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
