lentes
everyday, Mexico
In Mexico lentes means "glasses". It is the everyday word for eyeglasses and sunglasses. Other regions say anteojos and Spain says gafas.
Meaning: eyeglasses (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| lentes | everyday, Mexico |
| anteojos | other regions |
| gafas | Spain |
Lentes de sol are sunglasses. Lentes de contacto are contact lenses. The word is plural in Mexico: los lentes.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Mexicans also use lentes for sunglasses and say anteojos only rarely, so lentes is the natural choice.
Did you know?
- Lente in the singular is a single lens or a camera lens.
Examples in context
- Se me perdieron los lentes.I lost my glasses.
- Ponte los lentes de sol.Put on your sunglasses.
Example conversation
Julio looks for his glasses at home in Chihuahua.
- Julio¿Has visto mis lentes?Have you seen my glasses?
- EsposaEstán en la mesa.They are on the table.
- JulioGracias, ya los vi.Thanks, I see them now.
