gorro
/ˈɡoro/masculine
The Spanish word for beanie is gorro. Wiktionary also lists capillo.
Meaning: cap that fits the head closely (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| gorro | /ˈɡoro/ | masculine |
| capillo | /kaˈpiʝo/ | masculine |
A beanie is a cap that fits the head closely. In Spanish, you can refer to this item as a gorro.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Chullo is used to describe a specific type of beanie common in highland regions.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of gorro is /ˈɡoro/.
Did you know?
- In some regions, the phrase ponerse el gorro can be used idiomatically to mean that someone is being fooled or tricked.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word gorro is also used for the 'chef's hat' worn in professional kitchens.
- The term gorro is closely related to the word gorra, which refers more specifically to a baseball cap or a cap with a brim.
Examples in context
- Me gusta tu gorro, ¿dónde lo conseguiste?I like your beanie, where did you get it?
- Me encanta ese sombrero tejido que llevasI love that knitted hat you're wearing
- ¿Tienes una chapela? Hace frío hoyDo you have a beanie? It's cold today
- Hace tanto frío que no puedo salir sin mi gorroIt's so cold that I can't go out without my beanie
- Me encanta tu chullo, ¿dónde puedo encontrar uno similar?I love your beanie, where can I find a similar one?
- El gorro es de lana.The beanie is made of wool.
- Necesito un gorro para el frío.I need a beanie for the cold.
- Me gusta tu gorro azul.I like your blue beanie.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are getting ready to go for a walk outside.
- Sofía¿Tienes un gorro para mí?Do you have a beanie for me?
- DanielSí, tengo este gorro negro.Yes, I have this black beanie.
- SofíaGracias, es muy suave.Thanks, it is very soft.
- DanielDe nada, ahora no tendrás frío.You're welcome, now you won't be cold.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “beanie” translations and entries gorro, capillo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries capillo, gorro, CC BY-SA 4.0.