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How to Say "crease" in Spanish

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arruga

/ah-ROO-gah//aˈruɣa/

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Use 'arruga' to describe an unwanted fold or wrinkle in fabric, clothing, or paper, often caused by improper handling or age.
A colorful shirt lying on a flat surface with visible creases and folds in the fabric.

Examples

La camisa tiene muchas arrugas porque no la colgué.

The shirt has many wrinkles because I didn't hang it up.

No dobles el dibujo, vas a dejarle una arruga.

Don't fold the drawing; you're going to leave a crease in it.

Usa la plancha para quitar las arrugas del pantalón.

Use the iron to get the wrinkles out of the pants.

Using with 'tener'

Just like with skin, use the verb 'tener' (to have) to say a garment is wrinkled.

Spelling the 'R' sound

Mistake: “aruga”

Correction: arruga. Remember that in Spanish, a double 'rr' between vowels creates that strong rolling sound.

línea

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Use 'línea' to refer to a deliberate fold or mark made on fabric or paper, such as a crease made by folding something neatly.

Examples

Dibuja una línea recta con la regla.

Draw a straight line with the ruler.

Arruga vs. Línea

Learners often confuse 'arruga' and 'línea' when referring to creases. Remember that 'arruga' implies an accidental or unwanted wrinkle, while 'línea' can refer to a deliberate fold or mark.

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