pipa
/ˈpipa/
The English phrase "gat" translates to the Spanish word pipa for a traditional Korean hat.
In this specific context, pipa refers to a traditional Korean hat.
Meaning: traditional Korean hat (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpipa/
Did you know?
- Despite the specific Korean meaning, the word pipa is etymologically linked to the Latin 'pipō', meaning 'to pip' or 'to chirp'.
- While pipa is used here for a specific Korean object, the word is also a common term for a large barrel or cask in several Spanish-speaking regions.
Examples in context
- Tengo una gata muy juguetona.I have a very playful cat.
- El gato está durmiendo en el sofá.The cat is sleeping on the couch.
- El michi está trepado en el árbol.The cat is up in the tree.
- El michino está escondido debajo de la cama.The cat is hiding under the bed.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are visiting a museum of Asian art.
- JavierMira Lucía, ¿qué es esa pipa?Look Lucía, what is that gat?
- LucíaEs un sombrero tradicional coreano, Javier.It is a traditional Korean hat, Javier.
- JavierLa pipa tiene una forma interesante.The gat has an interesting shape.
- LucíaSí, se usaba en la antigua Corea.Yes, it was used in ancient Korea.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry pipa, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries pipa, CC BY-SA 4.0.
