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How to Say "sock" in Spanish

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calcetín

nounA1general
Use 'calcetín' when referring to the typical sock that covers the foot and part of the ankle or leg, worn for warmth or comfort.

Examples

Me puse unos calcetines de lana porque hacía frío.

I put on some wool socks because it was cold.

media

MEH-dyahˈme.ðja

nounA2general
Use 'media' when referring to a general foot covering, which can include socks, stockings, or tights, especially in a context where the specific type isn't important or is implied.
A single, brightly colored striped sock lying on a wooden floor, separated from its pair.

Examples

Necesito comprar unas medias nuevas para ir a la fiesta.

I need to buy some new stockings/hosiery to go to the party.

Se me rompió una media y ahora tengo un agujero.

I got a tear in my stocking and now I have a hole.

¿Dónde está la otra media? Siempre pierdo una.

Where is the other sock? I always lose one.

Para la fiesta, usó un vestido con medias negras.

For the party, she wore a dress with black pantyhose.

Calcetín vs. Media

Learners often use 'media' when they specifically mean 'calcetín'. While 'media' can encompass socks, it's more commonly used for stockings or hosiery. For everyday socks, 'calcetín' is the precise and preferred term.

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