English–Spanish

“sleeve” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmaŋga/

Example

La chaqueta tiene manga larga.

The jacket has long sleeves.

Illustration for manga (sleeve)

How to say “sleeve” in Spanish

“Sleeve” in Spanish is manga.

Fabric extension sewn into the shoulder or armhole that encases the arm and often ends in a cuff.

Full entry for manga: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with manga

En verano llevo camisetas de manga corta.

In summer I wear short-sleeved T-shirts.

Tips for using manga

  • To say sleeveless Spanish uses sin mangas and to specify length it uses constructions like camisa de manga larga rather than placing the adjective before manga.

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