Spanish word

lazo

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈlaθo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounknot

Example

Ató el paquete con un lazo simple.

He tied the package with a simple knot.

Illustration for lazo (knot)

More examples

El lazo entre hermanos es muy fuerte.

The bond between brothers is very strong.

Core concept

Intertwined fastening that joins the ends of a rope or ribbon.

Common phrases

  • lazo de regalo

    gift bow

  • hacer un lazo

    tie a knot

Similar words

nudo: Forms a tight, secure knot in rope or string designed for strength and reliable holding.
lazada: Makes a looped tie or loop-shaped knot often used as the base of a bow.
moño: Arranges ribbon into loops and tails as an ornamental bow for presents or clothing.
cinta: Flat strip of fabric or plastic used to wrap, tie, or decorate gifts.

Definition in Spanish

Objeto formado al entrelazar una cuerda, cinta u otro material para unir sus extremos o crear un nudo.

Word origin

Derived from Latin laqueus 'snare' or 'loop', lazo refers to an intertwined fastening used to join the ends of a cord, ribbon, or other material.

Usage tips

  • In many contexts lazo names a fastening or loop rather than a technical knot, so technical fields prefer the word nudo.

Other meanings

  • ribbonnoun
  • loopnoun
  • bondnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • lazadabownoun
  • enlaceconnectionnoun
  • enlazarconnectverb

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