capa
/ˈkapa/feminine
In Spanish, cape is translated as capa. Wiktionary also lists capote and capotillo.
Meaning: garment (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| capa | /ˈkapa/ | feminine |
| capote | /kaˈpote/ | masculine |
| capotillo | /kapoˈtiʝo/ | masculine |
| capisayo | /kapisaʝo/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
The word capa is the general term for a garment known as a cape. Note that capa is also a homonym that can mean a 'layer', such as a layer of paint or a layer of the earth.
Which one should you use?
While capa is the general term for a cape, capote refers to a larger, heavier cape or specifically a bullfighting cape. The term capotillo and capisayo are also forms of the word for cape.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of capa is capas. The plural form of capote is capotes.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈkapa/
When do people say it?
In the context of Spanish bullfighting, the specific cape used by the matador is called a capote.
Did you know?
- The word capote is a doublet of capó, the term used for a car hood in Spanish.
- Beyond the capote, bullfighters use a smaller red cloth called a muleta during the final stage of a fight.
- In Spanish folklore and literature, the capa is often used as a symbol of nobility or mystery, frequently appearing in 'cloak and dagger' style narratives.
Examples in context
- ¿Mary llevaba una capa?Was Mary wearing a cape?This sentence uses capa to ask if Mary was wearing a cape.Tatoeba #3195857 by Shishir, translation #2645229 by CK
- Señora Cruz llevaba una elegante capa roja en la gala.Mrs. Cruz was wearing a stylish cape at the gala.
- La capa es de color negro.The cape is black.
- Ella compró una capa muy elegante.She bought a very elegant cape.
Example conversation
A woman is getting ready for a costume party.
- Daniel¿Dónde está mi capa roja?Where is my red cape?
- SofíaEstá sobre la silla, Daniel.It is on the chair, Daniel.
- DanielGracias, se ve muy bien.Thanks, it looks very good.
- SofíaTe queda perfecta, Daniel.It fits you perfectly, Daniel.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “cape” translations and entries capa, capote, capotillo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries capa, capote, capotillo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
