Spanish word

túnica

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtunika/

Meaning

  • feminine nountunic

Example

¿Dónde compraste esa túnica?

Where did you buy that tunic?

Illustration for túnica (tunic)

More examples

Me probé una túnica blanca y me quedó bien.

I tried on a white tunic and it fit me well.

Core concept

Simple one-piece garment with no defined waist, often layered over other clothing and ranging from hip to below the knee.

Common phrases

  • túnica de algodón

    cotton tunic

  • túnica estampada

    printed tunic

  • túnica blanca

    white tunic

Similar words

camiseta: Thin, casual T-shirt-like top that fits simply and usually has a plain neckline.
blusa: Decorative women's blouse in soft material with embellishments, typically ending at waist or hips.
suéter: Thick knitted garment that provides warmth, worn as a cozy layer indoors or outdoors.
abrigo: Heavy, long coat designed as outerwear to retain warmth and shield from weather.

Definition in Spanish

Prenda suelta que se usa como capa exterior o como vestido corto, sin marcar la cintura y con largos que van desde la cadera hasta debajo de la rodilla.

Word origin

From Latin tunica 'tunic', the inherited Romance word for a single outer garment that in Spanish now covers contemporary long blouses, short dresses, and liturgical tunics.

Usage tips

  • The written accent marks stress on the first syllable and should be included in writing, and calling a casual long blouse túnica can sound more formal or religious than saying blusa.

Other meanings

  • robenoun

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