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trajes

TRAH-hes/ˈtɾaxes/

“trajes” means “suits” in Spanish (Formal business attire).

suits

Also: costumes, outfits
NounmA1
Three distinct, neatly tailored men's business suits—one navy, one gray, and one black—standing upright in a row, representing formal attire.

📝 In Action

Necesito comprar dos trajes nuevos para la boda.

A1

I need to buy two new suits for the wedding.

Los niños llevaban trajes de superhéroes en la fiesta.

A2

The children were wearing superhero costumes at the party.

Todos sus trajes de buceo están guardados en el garaje.

B1

All their diving suits are stored in the garage.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • vestidos (dresses/clothing)
  • atuendos (attire/garb)

Common Collocations

  • trajes de baño – swimsuits
  • trajes sastre – tailored suits

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "trajes" in Spanish:

costumes→outfits→suits→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: trajes

Question 1 of 1

Which English word best describes 'trajes de baño'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
traje(suit, costume) — Noun
trajecito(little suit) — Noun
trapear(to mop (unrelated common verb)) — Verb
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

The word 'traje' comes from the Spanish verb 'traer' (to bring or carry), and ultimately from the Latin *trahere* (to pull or draw). It started meaning 'what is carried on the body' before specializing into 'clothing' or 'suit'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: trajeFrench: trait

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'trajes' pronounced like the English word 'trays'?

No. The 'j' in Spanish is pronounced like a strong 'H' sound in English (similar to 'house'). The correct pronunciation is closer to 'TRAH-hes'.

If I am talking about a formal women's outfit, should I use 'trajes' or 'vestidos'?

If it is a matching jacket and skirt/pants combination (a suit), use 'trajes'. If it is a one-piece garment, use 'vestidos' (dresses).