bota
/ˈbota/feminine
The English phrase "boot" translates to Spanish as bota.
bota refers to a heavy shoe that covers part of the leg.
Meaning: heavy shoe that covers part of the leg (noun)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbota/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word botín is used for a 'bootie' or a small boot, but it is also the common word for 'booty' or stolen loot.
- The Spanish word bota shares the same ancient roots as the English word 'butt', referring to the large ends of barrels or casks.
- In Spain, a bota is also a traditional leather wine skin used to carry and drink wine.
Examples in context
- La bota, la bota.Throw out the boot.This sentence is useful for seeing bota in a short command.Tatoeba #9049840 by rafaeldejesus8199, translation #9049841 by rafaeldejesus8199
- El presidente electo de los Estados Unidos, Joe Biden, llevaba una bota ortésica para proteger su pie lesionado.U.S. President-elect Joe Biden wore an orthotic boot to protect his injured foot.This sentence shows how bota can refer to an orthotic boot used for medical protection.Tatoeba #10082481 by manufrutos, translation #9418681 by Hybrid
- Compré unas botas nuevasI bought some new boots
- Sus borcegos son muy elegantesYour boots are very elegant
- Me encanta tu bota nuevaI love your new boot
- Estos bototos son perfectos para el inviernoThese boots are perfect for winter
- Estos bototos son muy resistentes y duraderosThese work boots are very sturdy and durable
- La bota de cuero es muy resistente.The leather boot is very sturdy.
Example conversation
Sofía and Mateo are getting ready for a hike.
- SofíaMateo, ¿dónde está mi bota derecha?Mateo, where is my right boot?
- MateoEstá debajo de la mesa, Sofía.It is under the table, Sofía.
- SofíaGracias, esta bota es muy cómoda.Thanks, this boot is very comfortable.
- MateoSí, es perfecta para caminar.Yes, it is perfect for walking.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “boot” translations and entries bota, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bota, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.