How to Say "double-breasted" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “double-breasted” is “cruzada” — B1 level.
Examples
Ella me esperaba con los brazos en jarras y una pierna cruzada.
She was waiting for me with arms akimbo and one leg crossed.
Me compré una chaqueta cruzada muy elegante.
I bought a very elegant double-breasted jacket.
La calle está cruzada por cables de luz.
The street is crossed by power lines.
Matching the Noun
'Cruzada' is the feminine form of the adjective. Use it only when the thing you are describing is feminine (e.g., 'la chaqueta cruzada'). Use 'cruzado' for masculine things.
From the verb 'Cruzar'
This word is actually a form of the verb 'cruzar' (to cross). It describes the state of something after the action of crossing has happened.
Gender Agreement
Mistake: “El pantalón cruzada.”
Correction: El pantalón cruzado. Since 'pantalón' is masculine, you must use the 'o' ending.
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