estrías
/estɾias/from spelling rules
The Spanish phrase for stretch marks is estrías.
estrías is used to refer to stretch marks.
What does it mean word for word?
The word comes from estría, which refers to a groove, furrow or streak.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form is la estría, but it is much more common to use the plural las estrías when referring to the condition in general.
How do you pronounce it?
/estɾias/
Did you know?
- In some Latin American cultures, estrías are jokingly referred to as rayas de tigre, meaning 'tiger stripes'.
- The word estría is also used in geology to describe the specific grooves or furrows left on a rock surface by a glacier.
- The word estría shares a root with the English word 'striation', though the Spanish term is used much more commonly in everyday conversation.
Examples in context
- Mis estrías son visibles después de mi embarazoMy stretch marks are visible after my pregnancy
- Tengo estrías en los muslos.I have stretch marks on my thighs.
- Tengo algunas estrías en la pierna.I have some stretch marks on my leg.
- Esas estrías son normales después del embarazo.Those stretch marks are normal after pregnancy.
- Esta crema ayuda a suavizar las estrías.This cream helps to soften stretch marks.
Example conversation
María and Javier are talking about skincare at home.
- María¿Qué crema usas para las estrías?What cream do you use for stretch marks?
- JavierUso una que es muy hidratante.I use one that is very hydrating.
- MaríaEspero que me ayude con mis estrías.I hope it helps me with my stretch marks.
- JavierSeguro que te funcionará muy bien.I am sure it will work very well for you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
