The Meaning of corpiño

Corpiño

Definition:
“Corpiño” is a Spanish noun that refers to a type of undergarment, specifically a bra or a bodice. It is primarily designed to support the breasts and enhance the wearer’s figure. Historically, it may have also referred to a corset, particularly in earlier fashion contexts.

Usage:

• “Ella se compró un corpiño nuevo para su vestido de fiesta.” (She bought a new bra for her party dress.)
• The term “corpiño” can also be used colloquially or in specific regional contexts to describe tops that provide support similar to a bra but are more fashion-oriented or decorative.

Etymology:
The word “corpiño” originates from the Latin “corpus,” meaning “body.” It reflects the garment’s function of shaping or supporting the wearer’s body.

Pronunciation:
In IPA, it is pronounced as /korˈpiɲo/. In phonetic terms, it breaks down to:

• “cor” sounds like “core”
• “pi” sounds like “pee”
• “ño” sounds like “nyo” in “canyon”

Synonyms:

• Sujetador (bra)
• Brassiere (more formal term, often used in Spanish)
• Cuerpo (though this is a more general term meaning “body”)

Antonyms:

• Desnudo (naked)
• In vestido (without a dress, can imply the absence of supportive garments)

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1. Ella llevaba un corpiño elegante debajo de su vestido.
   (She wore an elegant corset under her dress.)

2. El corpiño que compró le realzó la figura.
   (The corset she bought enhanced her figure.)

3. En la clase de historia, aprendimos sobre los corpiños de la época victoriana.
   (In history class, we learned about the corsets of the Victorian era.)

4. El corpiño ajustado le daba una postura más erguida.
   (The fitted corset gave her a more upright posture.)

5. Muchos diseñadores modernos están reinventando el corpiño tradicional.
   (Many modern designers are reinventing the traditional corset.)

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