South American Spanish
Pullover
Used when discussing clothing options in casual conversations.
Literal Meaning
Suéter
Actual Meaning
Sweater
Examples in Context

Prefiero llevar un suéter en lugar de una chaqueta en días frescos.

Cuando hace frío, me gusta usar mi suéter de lana para mantenerme abrigado.

Ella se compró un pullover nuevo en la tienda, es muy cómodo.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Listening to how others refer to this type of clothing on different occasions can help you understand better when to use each term.
  • 2In some parts of South America, 'sweater' and 'pullover' can be used interchangeably, but 'pullover' may sound more informal.
  • 3The use of 'sweater' is common in family and casual contexts, while 'pullover' may be more common in the fashion realm.
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