a media talla (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun phrase

Phonetic Transcription

/a meˈðja ˈtaʎa/

Usage in Spanish

"A media talla" is a commonly used expression in Spanish that means "half-sized" or "medium-sized". It is usually used in reference to clothing or objects that are neither too big nor too small. This phrase is more commonly used in oral speech rather than in written contexts.

Examples

1. Este pantalón me queda a media talla.
   (This pair of pants fits me half-sized.)
2. Prefiero un café a media talla.
   (I prefer a medium-sized coffee.)

Idiomatic Expressions

Expanding the Topic

The phrase "a media talla" is not part of any common idiomatic expressions in Spanish. However, there are other idiomatic expressions in Spanish that use the word "talla" in various contexts:

Examples of Idiomatic Expressions

1. De talla y entalle.
   (Of the perfect size and fit.)
2. No dar la talla.
   (To not live up to expectations.)

Etymology

The term "talla" in Spanish has its origins in Latin, derived from the word "talea" meaning "cutting" or "cut". Over time, the term evolved to refer to size or stature.

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: medio tamaño, regular
• Antonyms: grande, pequeño