capas
/kapas/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'hair layers' is translated into Spanish as capas.
In a salon context, you can simply ask for capas to request a layered look. To refer specifically to the haircut style itself, you should use the phrase un corte a capas.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin America, you might use Corte en cascada, Corte en degradé or Pelo escalonado to describe hair layers. In Spain, the terms Corte en capas and Pelo en capas are used, as well as Pelo desfilado.
How do you pronounce it?
/kapas/
Did you know?
- When using the term desfilado in Spain, you are literally asking for your hair to be 'paraded' or 'fashioned' to create a sense of movement.
- The word degradé used in some Latin American countries is actually a loanword from French. It refers to a gradual transition in length or color, reflecting the historical influence of French fashion on Spanish hair styling.
- The term en cascada literally means 'in a waterfall'. This poetic description is common in Latin America to describe the way layered hair flows over the shoulders.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría un corte de pelo con capas sutiles y naturales.I would like a haircut with subtle and natural layers.
- Quiero el pelo como en esta foto, con mechones en capas alrededor del rostro.I want my hair like in this photo, with layers framing the face.
- ¿Qué tipo de corte en capas me recomendarías para mi tipo de cabello?What type of layered haircut would you recommend for my hair type?
- Tengo el pelo rizado, ¿cómo puedo conseguir capas sin que se encrespe demasiado?I have curly hair, how can I achieve layers without excessive frizz?
- Me gustaría llevar el pelo con capas.I would like to wear my hair in layers.
- Esas capas le dan mucho movimiento a tu melena.Those layers give your hair a lot of movement.
- Prefiero un corte con capas cortas.I prefer a haircut with short layers.
Example conversation
At a hair salon.
- Javier¿Quieres un corte recto o con capas, María?Do you want a blunt cut or with layers, María?
- MaríaPrefiero llevar muchas capas este verano.I prefer to have many layers this summer.
- JavierPerfecto, te quedarán muy bien las capas.Perfect, the layers will look great on you.
- MaríaGracias, Javier, quiero algo con mucho volumen.Thanks, Javier, I want something with a lot of volume.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
