How to Say "belt" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “belt” is “cinturón” — use this word for the accessory worn around the waist to hold up trousers or for fashion..
cinturón
Examples
Me compré un cinturón de cuero nuevo.
I bought myself a new leather belt.
correa
/ko-RRE-ah//koˈrea/
Examples
La correa del bolso se rompió.
The purse strap broke.
No encuentro la correa del perro.
I can't find the dog's leash.
La correa de mi reloj es de cuero negro.
My watchband is made of black leather.
Sujeta la maleta con una correa fuerte.
Secure the suitcase with a strong strap.
Always Feminine
This word is always feminine ('la correa'), whether it's a small watch strap or a heavy industrial belt.
Compound Nouns
In mechanical terms, 'correa' is often followed by 'de' and the function, like 'correa de transmisión' (drive belt).
Correa vs. Cinturón
Mistake: “Using 'correa' for a seatbelt.”
Correction: Use 'cinturón de seguridad'. While 'correa' means strap, cars always use 'cinturón'.
correa
/ko-RRE-ah//koˈrea/
Examples
El mecánico revisó la correa del alternador.
The mechanic checked the alternator belt.
No encuentro la correa del perro.
I can't find the dog's leash.
La correa de mi reloj es de cuero negro.
My watchband is made of black leather.
Sujeta la maleta con una correa fuerte.
Secure the suitcase with a strong strap.
Always Feminine
This word is always feminine ('la correa'), whether it's a small watch strap or a heavy industrial belt.
Compound Nouns
In mechanical terms, 'correa' is often followed by 'de' and the function, like 'correa de transmisión' (drive belt).
Correa vs. Cinturón
Mistake: “Using 'correa' for a seatbelt.”
Correction: Use 'cinturón de seguridad'. While 'correa' means strap, cars always use 'cinturón'.
General vs. Specific Use
Related Translations
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