camisola
/kamiˈsola/
The Spanish word cami refers to a camisole, though the default form is camisola.
The word refers to a short woman's undergarment or top with thin shoulder straps.
How does it change in a sentence?
camisola is a feminine noun. The plural form is camisolas.
How do you pronounce it?
/kamiˈsola/
Did you know?
- The term can also describe a loose, traditional smock worn by laborers, moving the word far away from its association with fashion or underwear.
- The word camisola descends from the Latin camisia, which referred to a basic linen tunic worn by both men and women in ancient Rome.
- In some Latin American regions, camisola can refer to a long nightgown or a loose sleeping tunic rather than just a small camisole.
Examples in context
- El nombre correcto es Camila, pero puedes llamarme Cami.The correct name is Camila, but you can call me Cami.
- ¡Hola, Cami! ¿Cómo estás?Hi, Cami! How are you?
- Camilita, ¿quieres ir al cine conmigo?Camilita, do you want to go to the movies with me?
- Camilito, ven a jugar con nosotros.Camilito, come play with us.
- Llevo una camisola de seda blanca.I am wearing a white silk camisola.
- ¿Dónde dejaste mi camisola de algodón?Where did you leave my cotton camisola?
- Esta camisola es muy cómoda para dormir.This camisola is very comfortable to sleep in.
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are shopping for clothes.
- Alejandro¿Buscas algo específico, María?Are you looking for something specific, María?
- MaríaSí, quiero comprar una camisola negra.Yes, I want to buy a black cami.
- AlejandroCreo que hay algunas allá.I think there are some over there.
- MaríaGracias, voy a verlas ahora.Thanks, I'm going to look at them now.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry camisola, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
