botas
“botas” means “boots” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
boots
Also: high boots, rubber boots
📝 In Action
Necesito unas botas nuevas para caminar en la nieve.
A1I need new boots for walking in the snow.
¿Viste mis botas de montaña? Están junto a la puerta.
A2Did you see my hiking boots? They are next to the door.
you throw away, you bounce
Also: you dismiss
📝 In Action
Si no usas esa caja, ¿la botas o la guardas?
A2If you don't use that box, do you throw it away or keep it?
Tú botas la pelota muy alto cuando juegas baloncesto.
B1You bounce the ball very high when you play basketball.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: botas
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'botas' as a piece of clothing?
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📚 Etymology▼
The noun 'botas' (boots) comes from the singular 'bota,' which entered Spanish from Old French 'botte' around the 13th century. The verb 'botas' (you throw/bounce) comes from the verb 'botar,' which has separate origins, possibly related to Germanic words for pushing or striking.
First recorded: 13th century (for the noun)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I tell if 'botas' means 'boots' or 'you throw away'?
Look at the small words around it! If you see 'las' or 'mis' (feminine articles/possessives), it's the noun 'boots.' If it's used right after 'tú' (you) or if the sentence describes an action, it's the verb form 'you throw/bounce/etc.'
Is 'botar' the same as 'lanzar' or 'tirar'?
'Botar' usually means 'to throw away' (like trash) or 'to bounce' (a ball). 'Tirar' is a more general word for 'to throw.' 'Lanzar' is often used for throwing with force or launching something.