How to Say "underwear" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “underwear” is “bragas” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
general term
Examples
He comprado tres pares de bragas nuevas.
I bought three new pairs of panties.
Toda su ropa estaba en la maleta, excepto las bragas.
All her clothes were in the suitcase, except for the underwear.
Always Plural
Just like the English word 'pants,' this word is almost always used in the plural form 'bragas' even when you are talking about just one item.
Singular vs. Plural
Mistake: “Asking for 'una braga' when shopping for underwear.”
Correction: Say 'unas bragas.' In Spain, 'una braga' (singular) often refers to a circular neck warmer or snood, not underwear.
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