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"Belt" in Spanish: cinturón
el cinturón
A belt is el cinturón. It is masculine. Write the accent: cinturón. Tighten your cinturón one hole if pants feel loose.
Getting dressed
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How to pronounce cinturón
Say it
seen-too-ROHN
/sin.tuˈɾon/
seen-too-ROHN. Stress ROHN. Soft final n.
"Belt" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el cinturón | belt A clothing belt. | A clothing belt. |
| abrocharse el cinturón | to fasten the belt Pants or seat-belt context. | Pants or seat-belt context. |
| un cinturón de cuero | a leather belt Material talk. | Material talk. |
| aflojar el cinturón | to loosen the belt After a big meal. | After a big meal. |
How to use cinturón in real life
- 1Getting dressed
¿Dónde está mi cinturón negro?
Where is my black belt?
Look for your cinturón before leaving.
- 2In a store
Necesito un cinturón más largo.
I need a longer belt.
Ask for cinturón length.
- 3After lunch
Afloja un poco el cinturón.
Loosen the belt a little.
Aflojar el cinturón after eating.
Mistakes English speakers make with cinturón
Incorrect: La cinturón es café.
Correct: El cinturón es café.
Cinturón is masculine. Say el cinturón.
Incorrect: Olvidé mi belt.
Correct: Olvidé mi cinturón.
Use cinturón, not English belt.
Good to know
Cinturón needs the written accent on ó. The same word also appears in seat-belt talk: cinturón de seguridad.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Finishing an outfit
ChatPal
Te falta el cinturón.
You're missing the belt.
You
Tienes razón. Busco el cinturón café.
You're right. I'm looking for the brown belt.
ChatPal
Está sobre la silla.
It's on the chair.
You
Perfecto. Ya me lo pongo.
Perfect. I'll put it on now.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Belt" in Spanish
Is cinturón masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el cinturón, un cinturón negro.
Does cinturón need an accent?
Yes. Write cinturón with ó.
How do you pronounce cinturón?
seen-too-ROHN. Stress ROHN.
How do I say fasten the belt?
Abrocharse el cinturón.
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