XL
/ɡsl/from spelling rules
XL is the Spanish abbreviation for the English phrase extra-large, used to describe clothing sizes.
XL is used specifically to denote the extra-large size of garments. When you are referring to a specific clothing size, it is standard practice to use the word talla before the abbreviation, resulting in the phrase talla XL.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡsl/
Did you know?
- The word talla comes from the verb tallar, which means to carve or cut, referring to how fabric is cut for a specific size.
- The term 'talla' is used for clothing sizes, but if you were talking about a size for shoes, you would instead use the word 'número'.
- While 'XL' is widely understood in fashion, if you were to say the letters aloud in Spanish, you would say 'equis ele' rather than pronouncing it like the English 'ex-el'.
Examples in context
- Necesito una camisa extra grande, por favor.I need an extra large shirt, please.
- ¡Quiero una bebida súper grande!I want a super large drink!
- Esta camiseta es una XL.This t-shirt is an XL.
- ¿Tienes esta chaqueta en XL?Do you have this jacket in XL?
- Solo me quedan las tallas M y XL.I only have sizes M and XL left.
Example conversation
Sofía and Mateo are shopping for clothes in a boutique.
- SofíaMateo, ¿me queda bien esta camisa?Mateo, does this shirt fit me well?
- MateoTe queda un poco pequeña, necesitas una XL.It's a bit small on you, you need an XL.
- SofíaVoy a buscar una XL en la tienda.I am going to look for an XL in the store.
- MateoEspero que la tengan disponible.I hope they have it available.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
