thimble
/ˈθɪmbəl/
B1 · Intermediate★☆☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
una pequeña cubierta de metal o plástico que te pones en el dedo para protegerlo al coser.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“Necesito un dedal para empujar esta aguja a través de la tela gruesa.”
“Mi abuela me regaló su viejo dedal de plata.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A pitted, now usually metal, cap for the fingers, used in sewing to push the needle.
Related Words
Word Family:
thimbles