bartola (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

The word "bartola" is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

In the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), "bartola" is transcribed as /baɾˈtola/.

Translation Options into English

The term "bartola" does not have a direct English translation as it is often used in specific cultural contexts or informal settings. However, it can refer to a "pudgy" or "plump" person, often used in a playful or affectionate manner.

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "bartola" can refer to a person who is somewhat overweight or has a round figure. It can be used in a colloquial manner and might carry different connotations depending on context. The frequency of use varies; it is more commonly found in oral speech, particularly in certain regions or among specific demographics. The term can appeal to familiarity or affection rather than being derogatory.

Example Sentences

1. "No te preocupes por la bartola que tienes; lo más importante es que estás sano."

2. "Don't worry about the pudginess you have; the most important thing is that you are healthy."

3. "A Marta siempre le dicen bartola, pero ella se lo toma a risa."

4. "Marta is always called pudgy, but she takes it as a joke."

5. "Con el tiempo, se ha vuelto un poco más bartola, pero sigue siendo encantadora."

6. "Over time, she has become a bit chubbier, but she is still charming."

Idiomatic Expressions

While "bartola" does not dominate idiomatic expressions, its form or variants can appear in playful or affectionate phrases in certain Spanish-speaking groups. Here are some different expressions or ways to use similar terms:

1. "Eres una bartola, pero eso te hace más entrañable."

2. "You are a bit chubby, but that makes you more endearing."

3. "Nunca seré una modelo, sólo una bartola feliz."

4. "I will never be a model, just a happy chubby person."

5. "A veces me siento como una bartola con tantas ganas de comer."

6. "Sometimes I feel like a pudgy person with so much desire to eat."

Etymology

The origin of "bartola" is not definitively traced in historical linguistics. It is a diminutive form and may derive from a playful or affectionate adaptation of a term for a larger or fuller form. Diminutives are common in Spanish to convey affection or endearment.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Gordo (chubby/fat) - Panzón (big-bellied) - Rellenito (chubby)

Antonyms: - Delgado (thin) - Esbelto (slim) - Flaco (skinny)

The use of "bartola" usually implies a sense of warmth or familiarity rather than purely physical description, differing from more straightforward terms like "gordo" which may carry negative connotations.