How to Say "leggings" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “leggings” is “malla” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
tight athletic pants
Examples
Me compré unas mallas nuevas para ir al gimnasio.
I bought some new leggings to go to the gym.
Las bailarinas llevan mallas negras.
The dancers wear black tights.
Esta malla es muy cómoda para correr.
This leotard (or unitard) is very comfortable for running.
The Plural Habit
Just like 'pants' in English, people often say 'las mallas' (plural) even when referring to just one pair of leggings.
Using 'Unas'
To say 'a pair of leggings,' use 'unas mallas'.
Gender Error
Mistake: “Saying 'los mallas'.”
Correction: Even though they are pants, the word is feminine: 'las mallas'.
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