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How to Say "panties" in Spanish

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braga

bra-gahˈbɾa.ɣa

nounA2general
Use 'braga' when referring to women's underwear in general, especially in Spain. It's a widely understood and common term.
A pair of simple, colorful women's panties laid flat on a solid background.

Examples

Necesito comprar unas bragas nuevas.

I need to buy some new panties.

He comprado un paquete de bragas de algodón.

I bought a pack of cotton panties.

¿Dónde has guardado las bragas limpias?

Where did you put the clean knickers?

Usa bragas cómodas para hacer deporte.

Wear comfortable underwear for exercising.

Usually Plural

Even though you are talking about one item, people in Spain almost always say 'las bragas' (plural) instead of 'la braga' (singular).

Gender and Articles

This word is feminine, so always use 'la' or 'las'.

Regional Misunderstanding

Mistake: “Using 'bragas' to mean panties in Mexico.”

Correction: In Mexico, use 'calzones' or 'pantaletas'. In Spain, 'bragas' is the standard word.

calzón

nounA2general
Use 'calzón' for women's underwear in certain Latin American countries. Be aware that in some regions, 'calzón' can also refer to men's underwear or be considered slightly more informal.

Examples

Mi abuela todavía usa calzones de algodón.

My grandmother still wears cotton panties.

Regional Usage of 'Braga' vs. 'Calzón'

The most common mistake is using 'calzón' in Spain, where 'braga' is the standard term for panties. While 'calzón' is understood in many Latin American countries, its usage can vary, and it might sometimes refer to men's underwear or have a different connotation.

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