Capri
/kapɾi/from spelling rules
In Spanish, the English term for a type of narrow, cropped trousers that end between the knee and the ankle is Capri.
The term Capri refers to a specific style of trousers that are cropped to end anywhere between the knee and the ankle.
How do you pronounce it?
/kapɾi/
Did you know?
- While Capri is used in Spanish, these trousers are often called pantalones pirata meaning 'pirate trousers' in many Spanish-speaking countries.
- In some Spanish-speaking fashion circles, you might hear the term pantalones pescadores used to describe similar cropped styles, which literally translates to 'fisherman trousers'.
- Despite the garment being a pair of trousers, the term Capri in Spanish can function as a singular noun. This differs from the English 'capris', which is almost exclusively plural.
Examples in context
- Capri es una de las islas más bellas de Italia.Capri is one of the most beautiful islands in Italy.This sentence uses Capri to refer to the island in Italy rather than the trousers.Tatoeba #3101130 by Khvalovsky, translation #1229486 by CM
- Voy a Capri, una hermosa isla italiana.I'm going to Capri, a beautiful Italian island.
- Ella lleva unos Capri blancos.She is wearing white capris.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are shopping for summer clothes.
- Javier¿Te gustan estos Capri azules?Do you like these blue capris?
- LucíaSí, te quedan muy bien, Javier.Yes, they look very good on you, Javier.
- JavierCreo que me los voy a llevar.I think I'll take them.
- LucíaSon una buena elección para el calor.They are a good choice for the heat.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
