Spanish word

manta

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmanta/

Meaning

  • feminine nounblanket

Example

Pon la manta sobre la cama.

Put the blanket on the bed.

Illustration for manta (blanket)

More examples

Extendimos la manta de picnic en el parque.

We spread out the picnic blanket in the park.

Core concept

Large soft covering placed over a person or a bed to retain warmth.

Common phrases

  • manta polar

    fleece blanket

  • manta nórdica

    duvet

  • manta de picnic

    picnic blanket

Similar words

cobija: Soft, cozy cloth that covers the body at night to add comfort and warmth.
edredón: Thick quilt with padding that gives extra warmth for cold-season sleeping.
colcha: Thin decorative bedspread that covers a bed for appearance and light protection.

Definition in Spanish

Tela grande y suave que se pone sobre una persona o una cama para mantener el calor.

Word origin

From Late Latin mantica 'cloak or pack', manta originally meant a wrap or cloak and later shifted in the Romance languages to denote a bed covering.

Usage tips

  • Feminine noun (la manta); regional synonyms include frazada and cobija, so expect different words in different Spanish-speaking areas.

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