Puerto Rican Spanish
Wife beater
Used when referring to a casual clothing style in informal settings.
Literal Meaning
A sleeveless shirt typically worn as an undershirt or casual wear
Actual Meaning
Tank top - informal
Examples in Context

Él estaba vestido con una camisilla y shorts durante la reunión familiar.

Me encanta usar una camisilla en la playa porque es muy cómoda.

A veces, me parece raro que la gente use camisillas fuera de casa, pero son muy populares.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Pay attention to the context: in beaches or informal activities, it's more common to hear 'camisilla.'
  • 2Remember that although 'camisilla' can be a neutral term, some people may have opinions on what is appropriate to wear in certain situations.
  • 3The word 'camisilla' can have informal connotations and is sometimes used among friends or in casual contexts.
Phrase Thesaurus
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sleeveless shirt
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undershirt
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