Submitted by anon (not verified) on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 22:18
Ah yes, you’re right, it’s more of a “false friend“ in this situation in English. In Spanish it conserves the two meanings, as well as adding a third, meaning “a tuxedo” as well. Another similar/near word that is not sufficient is “ticket”, referring to a paper card, or cardboard square, that’s similar in a way to a “tag” or a “label”, and all three may also be used as similar yet distinct verbs.
The flavor does come through in this format, thanks for sharing these stories, and for the comment as well.
Ah yes, you’re right, it’s more of a “false friend“ in this situation in English. In Spanish it conserves the two meanings, as well as adding a third, meaning “a tuxedo” as well. Another similar/near word that is not sufficient is “ticket”, referring to a paper card, or cardboard square, that’s similar in a way to a “tag” or a “label”, and all three may also be used as similar yet distinct verbs.
The flavor does come through in this format, thanks for sharing these stories, and for the comment as well.