parches
/ˈpaɾt͡ʃes/
The English phrase "patches" is translated into Spanish as parches.
parches refers to pieces of material used to mend a hole or can be used in various contexts such as medical applications. In a computing context, it is also used to refer to software patches or updates.
What does it mean word for word?
parches is the plural form of parche, which means a patch.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the terms parches and remiendos are the most frequently used for patches. In Mexico, parches is the commonly used term for both formal and informal situations. In Argentina, the regional term retazos can be used interchangeably with retales or parches.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is parche.
How do you pronounce it?
The IPA pronunciation is /ˈpaɾtʃes/.
Did you know?
- In some contexts, parche is used as a slang term for a fake or forged document, such as a fake ID or degree.
- In a musical context, particularly in percussion, parche refers specifically to the drumhead or the skin of a drum.
- In Colombia, parchar is a popular slang verb meaning to hang out or chill with friends. This usage transforms the idea of a 'patch' into a social activity.
Examples in context
- Las chaquetas de invierno a menudo tienen remiendosWinter jackets often have patches
- Le puse parches con diseños en mi mochilaI put patches with designs on my backpack
- ¿Dónde puedo conseguir parches para mi chaqueta de cuero?Where can I get patches for my leather jacket?
- Mi abuela hacía remendones enormes en mis pantalonesMy grandmother used to make huge patches on my pants
- He agregado retazos a mi chaquetaI have added patches to my jacket
- Los parches para los granos son útiles.The patches for pimples are useful.
- Necesito unos parches para la ropa vieja.I need some patches for the old clothes.
- Ella puso parches de colores en su chaqueta.She put colorful patches on her jacket.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are looking at a repaired denim jacket.
- DanielEsos parches se ven muy bien en tu chaqueta.Those patches look very good on your jacket.
- ElenaGracias, Daniel, me gustan mucho los diseños.Thanks, Daniel, I like the designs a lot.
- Daniel¿Son parches nuevos o son antiguos?Are they new patches or are they old?
- ElenaSon nuevos, los compré ayer.They are new, I bought them yesterday.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry parches, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
