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camiseta

kah-mee-SEH-tahka.miˈse.ta

“camiseta” means “T-shirt” in Spanish (casual short-sleeved top).

T-shirt, jersey

Also: undershirt
NounfA1
SpainMexico / Central America
A close-up view of a bright blue T-shirt with short sleeves, hanging neatly on a wooden hanger.

📝 In Action

Me puse una camiseta azul para ir al parque.

A1

I put on a blue T-shirt to go to the park.

Llevaba la camiseta de su equipo de fútbol favorita.

A2

He was wearing his favorite soccer team's jersey.

Necesito doblar las camisetas limpias y guardarlas en el armario.

A1

I need to fold the clean T-shirts and put them away in the closet.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • playera (T-shirt (common in Mexico/Central America))
  • franela (undershirt (common regionally))

Common Collocations

  • camiseta de manga corta – short-sleeved T-shirt
  • camiseta sin mangas – sleeveless shirt / tank top
  • camiseta deportiva – sports shirt / athletic jersey

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "camiseta" in Spanish:

jersey→t-shirt→undershirt→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: camiseta

Question 1 of 2

Which of these garments is usually a 'camiseta'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
camisa(shirt (collared/button-up)) — Noun
camisón(nightgown / long shirt) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

It comes from the Spanish word 'camisa' (meaning 'shirt' or 'smock'), combined with the diminutive suffix '-eta'. This structure shows that a 'camiseta' is essentially a smaller, simpler version of a standard shirt.

First recorded: Likely codified in the 18th or 19th century as casual wear became distinct from formal wear.

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: camisolaFrench: chemisette

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'camiseta' and 'camisa'?

'Camiseta' is the casual T-shirt or jersey, typically made of knit cotton and pulled over the head. 'Camisa' is the more formal shirt, usually with buttons down the front and a collar (like a dress shirt).

Can 'camiseta' refer to a tank top?

Yes. While you might specifically say 'camiseta sin mangas' (sleeveless T-shirt), 'camiseta' can be used generally for any simple top, including tank tops or vests, especially in a sports context.