Clothing and Accessories in Spanish: A1 Vocabulary Guide
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Key Takeaways
- Learn essential Spanish vocabulary for clothing items and accessories
- Master phrases for shopping for clothes and describing what you wear
- Understand how to use colors and adjectives with clothing vocabulary
- Practice conversations about fashion and seasonal clothing choices
Dress Yourself in Spanish Vocabulary
Now that you can talk about weather and seasons, let’s learn how to describe what you wear! Clothing vocabulary is essential for shopping, packing for trips, and talking about daily life in Spanish-speaking countries.
Basic Clothing Items (Prendas Básicas)
Essential vocabulary for everyday clothing.
| English | Spanish | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Shirt | la camisa | La camisa es blanca. (The shirt is white.) |
| T-shirt | la camiseta | Uso camiseta en verano. (I wear t-shirts in summer.) |
| Pants | los pantalones | Los pantalones son negros. (The pants are black.) |
| Jeans | los vaqueros / los jeans | Los vaqueros son cómodos. (Jeans are comfortable.) |
| Dress | el vestido | El vestido es elegante. (The dress is elegant.) |
| Skirt | la falda | La falda es larga. (The skirt is long.) |
| Jacket | la chaqueta | La chaqueta es abrigada. (The jacket is warm.) |
Footwear (Calzado)
Vocabulary for shoes and foot protection.
| English | Spanish | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Shoes | los zapatos | Los zapatos son nuevos. (The shoes are new.) |
| Sneakers | las zapatillas | Uso zapatillas para correr. (I wear sneakers for running.) |
| Sandals | las sandalias | Las sandalias son para verano. (Sandals are for summer.) |
| Boots | las botas | Las botas son para invierno. (Boots are for winter.) |
| High heels | los tacones | Los tacones son altos. (The high heels are high.) |
Accessories and Underwear (Accesorios y Ropa Interior)
Completing your outfit vocabulary.
| English | Spanish | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Hat | el sombrero / la gorra | El sombrero es grande. (The hat is big.) |
| Bag | el bolso / la cartera | El bolso es de cuero. (The bag is leather.) |
| Glasses | las gafas / los lentes | Las gafas de sol son negras. (The sunglasses are black.) |
| Jewelry | las joyas | Las joyas son de oro. (The jewelry is gold.) |
| Socks | los calcetines | Los calcetines son de algodón. (The socks are cotton.) |
| Underwear | la ropa interior | La ropa interior es cómoda. (The underwear is comfortable.) |
Seasonal Clothing (Ropa de Temporada)
Clothing for different weather conditions.
Summer Clothing:
- Camiseta – T-shirt
- Pantalones cortos – Shorts
- Vestido – Dress
- Sandalias – Sandals
- Gafas de sol – Sunglasses
Winter Clothing:
- Abrigo – Coat
- Suéter – Sweater
- Bufanda – Scarf
- Guantes – Gloves
- Botas – Boots
❄️ Talking about seasons? Review our weather vocabulary: Weather & Seasons in Spanish
Clothing Materials and Patterns (Materiales y Estampados)
Vocabulary for describing fabric and designs.
| English | Spanish | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton | algodón | La camisa es de algodón. (The shirt is cotton.) |
| Wool | lana | El suéter es de lana. (The sweater is wool.) |
| Silk | seda | El vestido es de seda. (The dress is silk.) |
| Leather | cuero | Los zapatos son de cuero. (The shoes are leather.) |
| Striped | a rayas | La camisa es a rayas. (The shirt is striped.) |
| Checked | a cuadros | La falda es a cuadros. (The skirt is checked.) |
Shopping for Clothes Phrases
Essential expressions for clothing stores.
Asking for Help:
- “¿Tiene esta talla?” (Do you have this size?)
- “¿Puedo probármelo?” (Can I try it on?)
- “¿Dónde están los probadores?” (Where are the fitting rooms?)
- “¿Tiene otro color?” (Do you have another color?)
Describing Fit:
- “Me queda grande/pequeño.” (It’s too big/small for me.)
- “Me queda bien.” (It fits me well.)
- “Está muy ajustado/ancho.” (It’s very tight/loose.)
- “La talla es perfecta.” (The size is perfect.)
Making Decisions:
- “Me lo llevo.” (I’ll take it.)
- “Es muy caro.” (It’s very expensive.)
- “¿Tiene descuento?” (Is there a discount?)
- “Voy a pensarlo.” (I’ll think about it.)
Using Colors and Adjectives with Clothing
How to describe what you’re wearing.
Color Agreement:
- “La camisa blanca” (The white shirt) – feminine
- “El pantalón negro” (The black pants) – masculine
- “Los zapatos marrones” (The brown shoes) – plural
- “Las faldas azules” (The blue skirts) – feminine plural
🎨 Need color vocabulary? Review our complete guide: Colors in Spanish
Common Clothing Adjectives:
- cómodo/cómoda – comfortable
- elegante – elegant
- moderno/moderna – modern
- bonito/bonita – pretty
- barato/barata – cheap
- caro/cara – expensive
Verbs for Getting Dressed
Essential verbs for talking about clothing.
| English | Spanish | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| To wear | llevar / usar | Llevo una camisa azul. (I wear a blue shirt.) |
| To put on | ponerse* | Me pongo los zapatos. (I put on my shoes.) |
| To take off | quitarse* | Me quito la chaqueta. (I take off my jacket.) |
| To get dressed | vestirse* | Me visto para la fiesta. (I get dressed for the party.) |
| To try on | probarse* | Me pruebo el vestido. (I try on the dress.) |
👗 Using reflexive verbs? These are essential for getting dressed: Reflexive Verbs in Spanish (beginners guide)
Putting It All Together: Clothing Store Conversation
Customer: “Disculpe, ¿tiene esta camisa en talla mediana?”
Salesperson: “Sí, aquí tiene. ¿Quiere probársela?”
Customer: “Sí, por favor. ¿Dónde están los probadores?”
Salesperson: “Al fondo a la derecha.”
(After trying)
Customer: “Me queda un poco grande. ¿Tiene una talla más pequeña?”
Salesperson: “Sí, aquí tiene la talla pequeña. ¿Le queda bien?”
Customer: “Sí, perfecto. Me gusta el color azul. ¿Cuánto cuesta?”
Salesperson: “Treinta euros.”
Customer: “De acuerdo, me la llevo. ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta?”
Translation:
Customer: “Excuse me, do you have this shirt in medium size?”
Salesperson: “Yes, here you go. Do you want to try it on?”
Customer: “Yes, please. Where are the fitting rooms?”
Salesperson: “At the back to the right.”
(After trying)
Customer: “It’s a bit big on me. Do you have a smaller size?”
Salesperson: “Yes, here’s the small size. Does it fit well?”
Customer: “Yes, perfect. I like the blue color. How much is it?”
Salesperson: “Thirty euros.”
Customer: “Okay, I’ll take it. Can I pay with card?”
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Gender agreement: “La camisa blanca” not “la camisa blanco”
- Plural forms: “Los pantalones” is always plural
- Reflexive verbs: “Me pongo” not “pongo” for getting dressed
- Regional variations: “Los vaqueros” (Spain) vs “los jeans” (Latin America)
- Size vocabulary: “Talla” for clothing size, “tamaño” for general size
Quick Reference Chart
| Category | Spanish Vocabulary |
|---|---|
| Basic Clothing | camisa, pantalones, vestido, falda, chaqueta |
| Footwear | zapatos, zapatillas, sandalias, botas |
| Accessories | sombrero, bolso, gafas, joyas |
| Shopping Phrases | “¿Tiene esta talla?” “¿Puedo probármelo?” |
| Clothing Verbs | llevar, ponerse, quitarse, vestirse |
Practice Exercise: Describe Your Outfit
Try describing what you’re wearing today in Spanish:
- 3 main clothing items
- Their colors
- 1 accessory
- Why you chose this outfit
Example: “Hoy llevo una camiseta blanca, unos vaqueros azules y zapatillas negras. También llevo un reloj. Es un outfit cómodo para el trabajo.”
💡 Grammar Tools
Practice conjugating clothing verbs:
Spanish Verb Conjugation Tool
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