nalgas
/ˈnalɡas/
The English phrase "booty cheeks" can be translated into Spanish as nalgas.
The term refers to the two rounded fleshy parts of a person's buttocks.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the term Colita is used to describe the rear end or buttocks.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈnalɡas/
Did you know?
- While pompas is a cute term for buttocks in Mexico, it is the same word used to describe 'bubbles' in a bath or 'cheeks' on a baby's face.
- While Colita in Argentina refers to the buttocks, the diminutive suffix '-ita' actually means 'little', making the term literally translate to 'little tail'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word nalgas is considered quite blunt and can be perceived as much more vulgar or anatomical than the English 'butt cheeks'.
Examples in context
- Necesito ejercitar mis nalgas con más frecuencia.I need to exercise my booty cheeks more often.
- Me duelen mucho las nalgas de tanto sentarme.My buttocks hurt a lot from sitting so much.
- El ejercicio ayuda a tonificar las nalgas.Exercise helps to tone the buttocks.
- Sintió un golpe fuerte en las nalgas.He felt a hard blow on his buttocks.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are talking about their gym routine.
- Alejandro¿Cómo va tu rutina de pierna, Elena?How is your leg routine going, Elena?
- ElenaMuy bien, estoy trabajando para tener nalgas fuertes.Very well, I am working to have strong buttocks.
- AlejandroEso es importante para una buena postura.That is important for good posture.
- ElenaSí, y también para la salud general.Yes, and also for general health.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry nalgas, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
