noun
capa
Capa (noun) means a traditional Spanish cloak, often worn draped over the shoulders. Example: “The matador's red capa is used to direct the bull.”
noun
1
A traditional Spanish cloak, often worn draped over the shoulders.
"The matador's red capa is used to direct the bull."
2
A premium grade of Cuban tobacco leaf used to wrap the outside of a cigar.
"This cigar uses a dark, oily capa for extra flavor."
How to use capa
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Spanish word for a cloak, or the outer wrapper leaf of a cigar.
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Etymology
Straight from Spanish capa ("cloak"), a relative of English "cape."
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What does “capa” mean?
The word “capa” means a traditional Spanish cloak, often worn draped over the shoulders. In plain terms, a Spanish word for a cloak, or the outer wrapper leaf of a cigar.
How do you use “capa” in a sentence?
Here is “capa” used in a sentence: “The matador's red capa is used to direct the bull.”
What part of speech is “capa”?
“Capa” is a noun.
Where does the word “capa” come from?
The word “capa” comes from Spanish. Straight from Spanish capa ("cloak"), a relative of English "cape.".
How many meanings does “capa” have?
“Capa” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a traditional Spanish cloak, often worn draped over the shoulders.
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