redecilla
/redeˈθiʝa/
The English phrase hair net is translated into Spanish as redecilla.
A hair net is a fine mesh cap worn to prevent hair from falling into food or to keep hair in place. While you can use redecilla on its own, it is frequently used in the phrase redecilla para el pelo to specify that the net is for the hair.
What does it mean word for word?
The word redecilla is a diminutive of red (net) combined with the suffix -cilla (small), literally meaning 'small net'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of redecilla is redecillas.
How do you pronounce it?
/redeˈθiʝa/
Did you know?
- The word red is used in Spanish for both a 'soccer goal' and a 'computer network'. This means that if you use the root of redecilla in other contexts, you are jumping from sports to technology.
- In professional kitchen settings in many Spanish-speaking countries, you might hear the word cofia instead of redecilla. While redecilla sounds like a small net, cofia implies a more formal piece of uniform.
- The diminutive suffix in redecilla can sometimes be used to imply a sense of delicacy or affection, rather than just a physical size.
Examples in context
- Voy a utilizar una redecilla para sujetar mi cabello mientras cocino.I'm going to use a hair net to hold my hair while I cook.
- Debes usar la redecilla en la cocina.You must wear the hair net in the kitchen.
- La redecilla es necesaria para entrar al laboratorio.The hair net is necessary to enter the laboratory.
- ¿Dónde puedo conseguir una redecilla nueva?Where can I get a new hair net?
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are preparing to work in a professional bakery.
- ElenaMateo, ¿tienes una redecilla para mí?Mateo, do you have a hair net for me?
- MateoSí, Elena, están en el estante de arriba.Yes, Elena, they are on the top shelf.
- ElenaGracias, la usaré ahora mismo.Thanks, I will use it right now.
- MateoEs importante para mantener la higiene.It is important to maintain hygiene.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry redecilla, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
