Sombrero: meaning, definitions and examples

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sombrero

 

[ sษ’mหˆbrษ›ษ™roสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

hat style

A sombrero is a broad-brimmed hat originating from Mexico. It is traditionally worn for protection against the sun and often features a high crown and a large brim to provide shade. Sombreros are commonly associated with Mexican culture, particularly in festive settings.

Synonyms

cap, hat, headgear

Examples of usage

  • He wore a sombrero to the outdoor fiesta.
  • She bought a colorful sombrero as a souvenir.
  • The mariachi band members often don sombreros during performances.

Translations

Translations of the word "sombrero" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น chapรฉu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‹เคฎเฅเคฌเฅเคฐเฅ‡เคฐเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพะผะฑั€ะตฬั€ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฝใƒณใƒ–ใƒฌใƒญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†œ๋ธŒ๋ ˆ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูˆู…ุจุฑูŠุฑูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‰ๅธฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพะผะฑั€ะตั€ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒ แƒ”แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sombrero

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sombrero

Etymology

The term 'sombrero' comes from the Spanish word 'sombra,' meaning 'shade' or 'shadow,' which reflects the hat's primary function of providing protection from the sun. Its design can be traced back to the rural communities of Mexico, where it became essential for workers and farmers in the hot sun. Sombreros have evolved over the centuries, with various styles and decorations that reflect regional customs. Today, they are widely recognized as a symbol of Mexican culture and heritage, often seen in cultural and festive celebrations.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,342 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.