Spanish word

bota

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbota/

Meaning

  • feminine nounboot

Example

Compré unas botas negras para el invierno.

I bought a pair of black boots for the winter.

Illustration for bota (boot)

More examples

Me puse las botas de montaña para la excursión.

I put on the hiking boots for the hike.

Core concept

High protective boot of leather or other resistant waterproof materials covering the foot and lower leg.

Common phrases

  • botas de lluvia

    rain boots

  • botas de montaña

    hiking boots

  • botas de cuero

    leather boots

Similar words

zapato: Low-cut shoe that stays below the ankle for everyday walking and casual outdoor use.
botín: Compact ankle boot reaching the ankle with a short shaft for light protection.
sandalia: Light open shoe exposing the top of the foot, usually secured by straps for summer wear.
pantufla: Lightweight indoor slipper with a thin, flexible sole and a soft construction.

Definition in Spanish

Calzado alto que cubre el pie y parte de la pierna, fabricado en cuero o materiales resistentes e impermeables, y usado para proteger del frío, la humedad o terrenos difíciles.

Word origin

Derived from Latin butta "container" (a leather pouch), with the sense moving from a bag to leather garments and finally to boots.

Usage tips

  • The noun is feminine (la bota), and speakers frequently use botas (plural) when referring to a pair of boots rather than the singular form.

Other meanings

  • wellington bootnoun
  • wineskinnoun

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