Spanish word

montera

Pronunciation

IPA/monˈteɾa/

Meaning

  • feminine nounbullfighter's hat

Example

¿Dónde compraste la montera?

Where did you buy the bullfighter's hat?

Illustration for montera (bullfighter's hat)

More examples

Un guía explicó la historia de la montera durante la visita.

A guide explained the history of the bullfighter's hat during the visit.

Core concept

Stiff circular black hat that is part of a bullfighter's costume.

Similar words

sombrero: Hat with a broad brim designed to provide shade outdoors.
gorro: Snug, warm cap of knit or cloth that covers the head tightly.
boina: Low-profile, round soft hat with a flat crown, typically a beret.

Definition in Spanish

Sombrero que llevan los toreros, de forma redondeada y rígida, parte del traje de luces y usado en la plaza de toros.

Word origin

From medieval Latin/Romance roots meaning a cap, with Spanish usage narrowing over time to the ceremonial hat worn in the bullring.

Usage tips

  • The term appears mainly in discussions of bullfighting and costume and does not mean a casual hat in ordinary conversation.

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