How to Say Skirt in Spanish | MostUsedWords.com
As of 2026, expanding your vocabulary is crucial when learning a new language like Spanish. In this article, we will explore how to say "skirt" in Spanish, including regional variations and cultural nuances.
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How to Say Skirt in Spanish
The term for "skirt" in Spanish is falda (IPA: /'fal.da/). This word is widely recognized and used across most Spanish-speaking countries. However, regional variations such as 'pollera' and 'enagua' also exist.
Meaning of Skirt in Spanish
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- Geographical Features: In some regions like Argentina, "falda" means "slope" or "hillside."
- Perimeter: Another regional use is to describe the lower part or edge of something. For example, in Mexico, you might hear someone refer to the outskirts of a city as "las faldas de la ciudad."
Regional Variations in How to Say Skirt in Spanish
In different countries, variations exist:
- Spain: The term pollera (IPA: /po.'ʎe.ɾa/) is used in Andalusia, but "falda" remains the preferred and widely understood term.
- Mexico: In Mexico, while "falda" is primary, "enagua (IPA: /e.'na.ɡwa/)" refers to an underskirt or petticoat.
- Argentina: "Pollera" is also used in rural areas alongside "falda."
How to Say Skirt in Spanish: Sample Sentences
Here are some sentences using regional variations:
- ¿Dónde puedo comprar una falda bonita?
(Where can I buy a pretty skirt?)
- La falda que llevas puesta es muy elegante.
(The skirt you're wearing is very elegant.)
- Me gustaría una pollera de color azul.
(I would like a blue skirt.)
- Mi hermana siempre usa enaguas debajo de sus faldas.
(My sister always wears petticoats under her skirts.)
- Las mujeres gauchas de la región suelen usar polleras largas.
The women in the region often wear long skirts.
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