pañales

pa-NYAH-les/paˈɲales/

“pañales” means “diapers” in Spanish (US English).

diapers, nappies

Also: early stages

General

Necesito comprar una caja de pañales para el bebé.

I need to buy a box of diapers for the baby.

Mi hijo ya no usa pañales; ahora usa el baño.

My son doesn't wear diapers anymore; he uses the toilet now.

El negocio todavía está en pañales, pero tiene futuro.

The business is still in its infancy (early stages), but it has a future.

Words that translate to "pañales" in Spanish:

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👥 Word Family▼

pañal(diaper (singular)) — Noun

pañalera(diaper bag) — Noun

paño(cloth/rag) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

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📚 Etymology▼

From the word 'paño' (meaning cloth), which comes from the Latin 'pannus,' meaning a piece of cloth or rag.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: pane

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Can 'pañales' be used for adults too?

Yes! While usually associated with babies, it is also the term used for adult absorbent products (pañales para adultos).

Is there a difference between 'pañales' and 'nappies'?

No, they are the same thing. 'Diaper' is the standard American term, and 'nappy' is the standard British term; 'pañales' covers both.