How to Say "sash" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “sash” is “cinturón” — use 'cinturón' for a broad band of material worn around the waist, functioning as a belt..
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cinturón
nounA1general
Use 'cinturón' for a broad band of material worn around the waist, functioning as a belt.
Examples
Perdí peso y ahora necesito apretar mi cinturón.
I lost weight and now I need to tighten my belt.
banda
/BAHN-dah//ˈbanda/
nounB2formal/ceremonial
Use 'banda' for a ceremonial ribbon, typically worn diagonally across the chest or torso.
Examples
El uniforme llevaba una banda roja cruzada sobre el pecho.
The uniform had a red sash crossed over the chest.
Colocaron una banda en el coche del ganador del rally.
They put a ribbon (or 'strip') on the rally winner's car.
Belt vs. Ceremonial Ribbon
The most common mistake is using 'banda' for a regular belt. Remember, 'cinturón' is the everyday word for a belt worn around the waist, while 'banda' refers to a more decorative or symbolic sash, often worn across the body.
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