poliéster
/poˈljesteɾ/
The Spanish word for polyester is poliéster.
This word is an adjective used to describe something that is made of or consists of the synthetic fabric polyester.
Meaning: of or consisting of polyester (adj)
How do you pronounce it?
/poˈljesteɾ/
Did you know?
- The root of the second half of poliéster is distantly related to the German word Essig, which means 'vinegar'.
- Despite being a technical term, poliéster maintains a written accent on the 'e' to preserve the stress on the second to last syllable.
- In Spanish fashion and textile contexts, poliéster is frequently paired with algodón to describe 'poly-cotton' blends.
Examples in context
- Me gusta la ropa hecha de fibra de poliéster.I like clothes made of polyester fiber.
- Este tejido está compuesto de polímero de poliéster.This fabric is composed of polyester polymer.
- Esa camisa es de poli, ¿no?That shirt is made of polyester, right?
- Este pantalón es de poliéster, muy cómodo.These pants are made of polyester, very comfortable.
- Esta camisa es de poliéster.This shirt is made of polyester.
- No me gusta la textura del poliéster.I do not like the texture of polyester.
- Prefiero las telas naturales al poliéster.I prefer natural fabrics to polyester.
Example conversation
Lucía and Daniel are shopping for clothes in a department store.
- Lucía¿De qué material es este vestido?What material is this dress made of?
- DanielEs de poliéster, Lucía.It is polyester, Lucía.
- LucíaNo me gusta mucho el poliéster.I do not like polyester very much.
- DanielEntonces busquemos algo de algodón.Then let's look for something cotton.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry poliéster, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries poliéster, CC BY-SA 4.0.
