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


Part of Speech

"Bota" is a noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/bó.ta/

Translation Options into English

  1. Boot
  2. Spout (in certain contexts)
  3. (Colloquially) bottle (in some contexts)

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "bota" primarily refers to a type of footwear that extends above the ankle, commonly known as a "boot" in English.

It can also refer to a "spout" or "large bottle" especially in certain regional usages.

Frequency of Use

"Bota" is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, especially in discussions related to fashion, footwear, outdoor activities, and certain culinary contexts (like when discussing traditional drinks served in a "bota").

Example Sentences

  1. Me compré unas botitas para el invierno.
  2. I bought some boots for winter.

  3. Él se resbaló porque llevaba botas de lluvia.

  4. He slipped because he was wearing rain boots.

  5. La bota de vino estaba llena y lista para la fiesta.

  6. The wine skin was full and ready for the party.

Idiomatic Expressions

Although "bota" is not the most common word in idiomatic expressions, it can still appear in a few notable phrases.

  1. Echarle a alguien bota.
  2. To kick someone out.
  3. Example: El jefe le echó bota de la oficina por llegar tarde.

    • The boss kicked him out of the office for being late.
  4. Estar en la bota.

  5. To be in a tight spot or in trouble.
  6. Example: Estar en la bota no es fácil; necesito solucionar este problema pronto.

    • Being in a tight spot isn’t easy; I need to solve this problem soon.
  7. Bota de oro.

  8. "Golden boot," often used in sports to refer to a player who scores the most goals.
  9. Example: El delantero ganó la bota de oro de la temporada.
    • The striker won the golden boot of the season.

Etymology

The word "bota" comes from the Latin word "botta," which refers to a skin or leather container used for carrying liquids. Over time, its meaning evolved to refer to footwear as well as containers.

Synonyms and Antonyms

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Antonyms

In summary, "bota" primarily denotes a type of boot in various contexts, with certain idiomatic uses and a rich etymological background rooted in ancient language.



22-07-2024