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How to Say "wristband" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “wristband” is “pulsera” — use 'pulsera' for a decorative bracelet, a sports band (like a fitness tracker band), or an identification band worn on the wrist.

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pulsera

pool-SEH-rahpulˈseɾa

nounA1general
Use 'pulsera' for a decorative bracelet, a sports band (like a fitness tracker band), or an identification band worn on the wrist.
A colorful beaded bracelet resting on a wooden table.

Examples

Llevo una pulsera de actividad para contar mis pasos.

I wear a fitness tracker wristband to count my steps.

Mi abuela me regaló una pulsera de oro.

My grandmother gave me a gold bracelet.

Para entrar al concierto necesitas esta pulsera azul.

To enter the concert, you need this blue wristband.

Se me rompió la pulsera del reloj y tengo que cambiarla.

My watch strap broke and I have to change it.

It's a 'La' word

Since it ends in -a, it is almost always used with 'la' or 'una'. Say 'la pulsera' (the bracelet).

Talking about materials

To say what a bracelet is made of, use the word 'de' (of). For example, 'pulsera de cuero' (leather bracelet).

Wrist vs. Bracelet

Mistake: “Me duele la pulsera.”

Correction: Me duele la muñeca.

puño

nounB1general
Use 'puño' specifically for the cuff part of a sleeve at the wrist, not for any band worn on the wrist itself.

Examples

El puño de mi camisa está manchado de tinta.

The cuff of my shirt is stained with ink.

Confusing Wristbands and Cuffs

The most common mistake is using 'puño' when you mean a band worn on the wrist. Remember, 'puño' refers ONLY to the cuff of a sleeve, while 'pulsera' is for anything worn ON the wrist.

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