How to Say "necktie" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “necktie” is “corbata” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA1

corbata

nounA1

formal wear

Para la boda, él tuvo que usar traje y corbata.

For the wedding, he had to wear a suit and tie.

Esta corbata de seda es muy elegante.

This silk tie is very elegant.

Olvidé mi corbata en casa, ¿puedo comprar una aquí?

I forgot my tie at home, can I buy one here?

Since 'corbata' ends in '-a', it is a feminine noun. Always use 'la' or 'una' before it: 'La corbata es azul' (The tie is blue).

Mistake: “Using 'corbata' for 'bow tie'.”

Correction: While sometimes used, the more common and clearer word for 'bow tie' is 'pajarita' (especially in Spain) or 'corbatín'.

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