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

Part of speech:

Noun

Phonetic transcription:

/dallo/

Translation options into English:

"wooden clog"

Meaning:

"Dallo" is a term used in southwestern Spain, specifically in the region of Extremadura, to refer to a traditional wooden clog. This type of footwear is usually made out of wood and worn by farmers and people working in rural areas.

In terms of usage, "dallo" is a rather regional and specific term, mainly used in oral speech within the Extremadura region.

Example sentences:

1. Me compré unos dallos nuevos para el trabajo en el campo. Translation: I bought new wooden clogs for work in the fields.

2. Los dallos son muy cómodos para caminar largas distancias. Translation: Wooden clogs are very comfortable for walking long distances.

Idiomatic Expressions:

"Dallo" is not typically used in idiomatic expressions.

Etymology:

The term "dallo" comes from the Latin word "datālium," which was an old type of shoe that partially covered the foot. Over time, the term evolved to refer to wooden clogs specifically in the Extremadura region.

Synonyms and Antonyms:

• Synonyms: Zueco, alpargata de madera
• Antonyms: Zapato, sandalia