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Spanish word
transpirable
Pronunciation
IPA/tɾanspiˈɾaβle/
Meaning
- adjectivebreathable
Example
Busca ropa transpirable para el verano.
He is looking for breathable clothing for the summer.
More examples
Lleva una camiseta transpirable cuando haces deporte.
Wear a breathable t-shirt when you exercise.
Core concept
Material that reduces skin dampness by allowing vapor to pass through.
Common phrases
ropa transpirable
breathable clothing
camiseta transpirable
breathable t-shirt
Similar words
transpirante: Allows perspiration and vapor to leave fabric easily for quicker drying.
ventilado: Provides good air circulation through clothing or a room to expel stale air.
ligero: Feels light to wear, cutting down on strain and bulk.
fresco: Feels cool on the skin, reducing the sensation of heat.
Definition in Spanish
Que describe tejidos o prendas que facilitan la evacuación del vapor y mantienen la piel menos húmeda durante su uso.
Word origin
Formed from the verb transpirar (from Latin trans- 'through' + spirare 'to breathe') with -able, creating an adjective meaning 'able to pass vapor'.
Usage tips
- Despite resembling English 'transpire,' which often means 'to happen,' Spanish 'transpirable' describes a fabric's moisture-passage properties.
Other meanings
- moisture-permeableadjective
Opposites
- herméticoairtightadjective
Related words
- transpiraciónperspirationnoun
- transpirarperspireverb
- transpirantemoisture-permeableadjective