blusa
/bloo-sah/
blouse
A 'blusa' is a woman's upper garment, such as a blouse.
๐ In Action
Me gusta esa blusa de seda.
A1I like that silk blouse.
Ella comprรณ una blusa roja para la fiesta.
A1She bought a red blouse for the party.
Las blusas blancas son muy elegantes.
A2White blouses are very elegant.
๐ก Grammar Points
Gender Agreement
Since this word ends in 'a', it uses 'la' or 'una'. Any words describing it (like colors) must also end in 'a'. For example: 'la blusa roja'.
โ Common Pitfalls
Blusa vs. Camisa
Mistake: "Using 'blusa' for a man's button-down shirt."
Correction: In Spanish, 'blusa' is almost exclusively used for women's clothing. Use 'camisa' for men's shirts.
โญ Usage Tips
Versatility
While 'blusa' sounds formal in English, in Spanish it can refer to anything from a fancy dress shirt to a casual top, as long as it's intended for women.
A 'blusa' can also refer to a smock used for protection while working or painting.
๐ In Action
El pintor se puso su blusa antes de empezar el cuadro.
B2The painter put on his smock before starting the painting.
๐ก Grammar Points
Historical Context
In this specific meaning, 'blusa' can sometimes refer to garments worn by men, especially in historical or artistic contexts.
โ๏ธ Quick Practice
๐ก Quick Quiz: blusa
Question 1 of 2
Which of these would you call a 'blusa'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can men wear a 'blusa' in Spanish?
In modern daily Spanish, 'blusa' refers to women's clothing. If a man is wearing a button-down shirt, it is called a 'camisa'.
What is the difference between 'blusa' and 'camiseta'?
A 'camiseta' is specifically a T-shirt (casual, cotton, usually no buttons). A 'blusa' is generally more 'dressy' or feminine in style.