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"Skirt" in Spanish: falda
la falda
A skirt is la falda. It is feminine. Ask for una falda corta or una falda larga in a store.
Getting dressed
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How to pronounce falda
Say it
FAHL-dah
/ˈfal.da/
FAHL-dah. Stress FAHL. Clear final a.
"Skirt" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la falda | skirt Everyday clothing word. | Everyday clothing word. |
| una falda corta | a short skirt Length description. | Length description. |
| una falda larga | a long skirt Length description. | Length description. |
| probarse la falda | to try on the skirt In a fitting room. | In a fitting room. |
How to use falda in real life
- 1Getting dressed
Hoy me pongo esta falda.
Today I'm wearing this skirt.
Ponerse la falda means put it on.
- 2In a store
¿Tienen esta falda en otra talla?
Do you have this skirt in another size?
Ask about falda sizes.
- 3Laundry note
Lavo la falda a mano.
I wash the skirt by hand.
Care tip for a delicate falda.
Mistakes English speakers make with falda
Incorrect: El falda es azul.
Correct: La falda es azul.
Falda is feminine. Say la falda.
Incorrect: Compré un skirt.
Correct: Compré una falda.
Use falda, not the English word skirt.
Good to know
Falda is the standard skirt word. Shops often say falda corta or falda larga.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing an outfit
ChatPal
¿Usas la falda azul hoy?
Are you wearing the blue skirt today?
You
Sí. La falda combina con esta blusa.
Yes. The skirt goes with this blouse.
ChatPal
Se ve bien. ¿Listos para salir?
It looks good. Ready to go?
You
Casi. Solo busco los zapatos.
Almost. I'm just looking for the shoes.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Skirt" in Spanish
Is falda masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la falda, una falda negra.
How do you pronounce falda?
FAHL-dah. Stress the first syllable.
How do I say short skirt?
Una falda corta.
How do I say try on the skirt?
Probarse la falda.
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