How to Say "garter" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “garter” is “liga” — A1 level.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1neutral/informal
clothing item for holding up stockings
Examples
Necesito una liga para atar estos cables.
I need a rubber band to tie up these cables.
La novia llevaba una liga azul.
The bride was wearing a blue garter.
Regional Differences
Mistake: “Using 'liga' for rubber band in Spain.”
Correction: In Spain, use 'gomilla' or 'goma elástica' instead of 'liga' to mean rubber band.
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