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jersey

HER-sey/ˈxeɾ.sei̯/

“jersey” means “sweater” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

sweater, jumper

Also: pullover
NounmA1
SpainMexico, Central America, Andean Region
A cozy, bright red knitted sweater, neatly folded on a surface.

📝 In Action

Hace frío, ponte un jersey grueso antes de salir.

A1

It's cold, put on a thick sweater before going out.

Este jersey de lana pica un poco.

A2

This wool jumper is a little scratchy.

Compré un jersey azul que combina con mis vaqueros.

A1

I bought a blue sweater that matches my jeans.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • suéter (sweater (common in Latin America))
  • saco (jacket/coat (regional))

Common Collocations

  • jersey de cuello alto – turtleneck sweater
  • jersey de lana – wool sweater

jersey, kit

Also: shirt
NounmA2
A short-sleeved blue and white striped athletic jersey, designed for a sports uniform, hanging from a hook.

📝 In Action

El futbolista se quitó el jersey después del partido.

A2

The soccer player took off his jersey after the game.

Ella colecciona los jerseys de su equipo favorito.

B1

She collects the jerseys of her favorite team.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • camiseta (T-shirt/undershirt)
  • equitación (kit/uniform)

Common Collocations

  • jersey de portero – goalkeeper's jersey
  • número en el jersey – number on the jersey

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "jersey" in Spanish:

jersey→jumper→kit→pullover→shirt→sweater→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: jersey

Question 1 of 2

If your friend tells you, 'Me voy a poner el jersey de mi equipo,' what is he most likely doing?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
suéter(sweater (Latin American synonym)) — Noun
chaqueta(jacket) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
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📚 Etymology▼

This word is a direct borrowing from English. It comes from the name of the Channel Island, Jersey, where the thick, knitted fabric used to make these garments was first produced and popularized.

First recorded: 19th century (in the clothing sense)

Cognates (Related words)

English: jerseyFrench: jersey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'jersey' the same as 'suéter'?

Yes, they mean the same thing (a warm, knitted top), but where you are matters. 'Jersey' is standard in Spain, while 'suéter' is used more often in Latin America. Both words are understood almost everywhere, though.

How do I pronounce the 'j' in 'jersey'?

The 'j' in Spanish sounds like the English 'h' in 'house.' Say 'HER-sey,' not 'jer-zee'.