chaqueta de punto
/t͡ʃaketa de punto/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'cardigan sweater' is translated into Spanish as chaqueta de punto.
This phrase refers to a knitted sweater that opens at the front with buttons or a zipper.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase chaqueta de punto literally translates to 'knitted jacket'.
Which one should you use?
You may also use the loanword cárdigan to refer to a cardigan sweater. In formal contexts, you can use chaqueta de punto abotonada.
How do you pronounce it?
/tʃaketa de punto/
Did you know?
- Even though chaqueta de punto is the descriptive phrase, you might see the word rebeca used in Spain to describe a specific type of lightweight cardigan.
- The word punto in chaqueta de punto shares its roots with the English word 'punctuate', as both come from the Latin 'pungere', meaning 'to prick'.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, if you call a cardigan a chaqueta, a local might think you are referring to a formal suit jacket instead of a knitted one.
Examples in context
- Compré un cárdigan azul marino. Es muy cómodo y abrigado.I bought a navy blue cardigan sweater. It's very comfy and warm.
- Me puse una chaqueta de punto porque hacía frío.I put on a cardigan because it was cold.
- Llevo una chaqueta de punto azul.I am wearing a blue cardigan sweater.
- ¿Te gusta esta chaqueta de punto?Do you like this cardigan sweater?
- Necesito una chaqueta de punto para la noche.I need a cardigan sweater for the evening.
Example conversation
María and Javier are shopping for clothes in a boutique.
- María¿Qué te parece esta chaqueta de punto?What do you think of this cardigan sweater?
- JavierEs muy bonita, María.It is very pretty, María.
- MaríaCreo que me queda bien.I think it fits me well.
- JavierSí, te queda excelente.Yes, it looks excellent on you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries chaqueta, de, punto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
