hombros anchos
/ombɾos ant͡ʃos/from spelling rules
The phrase for "broad shoulders" in Spanish is hombros anchos.
Meaning: literally (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/ombɾos antʃos/
Did you know?
- While hombros anchos describes a physical build, the phrase tener los hombros anchos can figuratively imply that a person has the strength or capacity to handle heavy responsibilities.
- While hombros anchos describes a build, the expression echarse el mundo sobre los hombros is used to describe someone who feels they are carrying all the burdens of the world alone.
- In Spanish, the word hombro shares a root with hombrón, a term used to describe a man who is not just physically large but possesses a commanding or imposing presence.
Examples in context
- Él tiene hombros anchos.He has broad shoulders.This sentence is useful for describing a person's physical build using hombros anchos.Tatoeba #2311774 by marcelostockle, translation #296000 by CK
- El atleta tiene hombros anchos.The athlete has broad shoulders.
- Busco una chaqueta para hombres de hombros anchos.I am looking for a jacket for men with broad shoulders.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are at a clothing store.
- MateoEsta camisa me queda muy apretada.This shirt is too tight on me.
- ElenaEs que tienes hombros anchos, Mateo.It is because you have broad shoulders, Mateo.
- Mateo¿Crees que una talla más me servirá?Do you think a larger size will work for me?
- ElenaSí, seguro que te quedará mejor.Yes, I am sure it will fit you better.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
