How to Say "catwalk" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “catwalk” is “pasarela” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
La modelo desfila por la pasarela con un vestido rojo.
The model walks down the catwalk in a red dress.
Milán es famosa por sus pasarelas de alta costura.
Milan is famous for its high-fashion runways.
Los diseñadores nerviosos esperan tras la pasarela.
The nervous designers wait behind the runway.
Using 'La'
This is a feminine word, so always use 'la' or 'una' with it.
Desfilar vs. Caminar
While 'caminar' means to walk, when talking about a catwalk, we usually use 'desfilar' (to parade or model).
Runway vs. Pasarela
Mistake: “Using 'pasarela' for an airplane's takeoff strip.”
Correction: Use 'pista' for airport runways where planes land; 'pasarela' is for people walking.
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