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


Part of Speech

Adjective (and also used as a noun).

Phonetic Transcription

/horˈteɾa/

Translation Options into English

  1. Tacky
  2. Kitschy
  3. Dreadful
  4. Commonplace (in some contexts)

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "hortera" is typically used to describe something that is considered tasteless, tacky, or gaudy. It can apply to fashion, decor, art, or behavior that is perceived as lacking sophistication or good taste. This word is often used in an offensive or derogatory manner, targeting someone who embodies these characteristics.

"Hortera" is frequently used in everyday conversation, especially in informal contexts and colloquial speech. It is less common in formal writing but may appear in critiques of art, fashion, or behavior.

Example Sentences

  1. Esa camisa es muy hortera para una boda.
  2. That shirt is too tacky for a wedding.

  3. No puedes usar esas sandalias horteras otra vez.

  4. You can't wear those tacky sandals again.

  5. Me parece hortera cómo decoraron esa casa.

  6. I think it's dreadful how they decorated that house.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "hortera" may not be tied to many fixed idiomatic expressions, it does contribute to colloquial phrases in Spanish that embody the idea of bad taste or tackiness. Below are some examples:

  1. Estar como un hortera.
  2. To be tacky.
  3. Ella siempre está como un hortera en las fiestas, nunca sabe qué ponerse.
  4. She always looks tacky at parties; she never knows what to wear.

  5. Viví como un hortera.

    • To live in a tacky way.
    • Él vivía como un hortera, con muebles de muy mal gusto.
    • He lived in a tacky way, with very poor taste in furniture.
  6. No seas hortera.

  7. Don’t be tacky.
  8. No seas hortera, compra algo que realmente te guste.
  9. Don't be tacky, buy something that you really like.

Etymology

The term "hortera" is derived from the word "hortaliza," meaning "vegetable," which referred to low-quality or inferior items. Over time, it evolved to denote things that are deemed unattractive or lacking in sophistication, similar to how one might perceive low-quality produce.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Kitsch - Tasteless - Vulgar

Antonyms: - Elegante (Elegant) - Sofisticado (Sophisticated) - Refinado (Refined)

This multi-faceted usage illustrates how "hortera" has a broad application in critiquing taste across various forms of expression, lending itself to both casual and evaluative contexts.



23-07-2024