tela de gamuza
/tela de ɡamuθa/from spelling rules
The Spanish phrase for suede fabric is tela de gamuza.
The phrase refers to a type of leather characterized by a soft, napped surface.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of tela (fabric), de (of) and gamuza (suede).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the word ante is frequently used to refer to suede leather.
How do you pronounce it?
/tela de ɡamuθa/
Did you know?
- The word gamuza likely traces back to a Gaulish word meaning 'without horns', suggesting the material was originally linked to hornless animals.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, gamuza is used as a colloquial term for a soft cloth or a sponge used for cleaning.
- The word gamuza originally referred to the chamois, a goat-antelope species known for its soft skin.
Examples in context
- ¿Sabes dónde puedo comprar una chaqueta de tela de gamuza?Do you know where I can buy a suede fabric jacket?
- Me encanta esta chaqueta de tela de gamuza.I love this suede fabric jacket.
- La tela de gamuza es muy suave.The suede fabric is very soft.
- Busco una falda que sea de tela de gamuza.I am looking for a skirt made of suede fabric.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are at a clothing store.
- Sofía¿Te gusta esta bolsa de tela de gamuza?Do you like this suede fabric bag?
- AlejandroSí, la tela de gamuza es muy bonita.Yes, the suede fabric is very pretty.
- SofíaEs un color marrón muy elegante.It is a very elegant brown color.
- AlejandroTienes razón, Sofía, deberías comprarla.You are right, Sofía, you should buy it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, gamuza, tela, CC BY-SA 4.0.
