Kilo Lingo

la

feminine

/ˈkapa/

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Translation

layer; cape, cloak

Word origin

From Latin cappa ('hooded cloak'). The same root gives English 'cape', 'cap' and 'chapel'.

Origin
Latin
Root
cappa
English cognates
cape, cap, chapel

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralcapas

Examples

muchas .

The onion has many layers.

superhéroe .

The superhero wears a red cape.

fina .

Apply a thin coat of paint over the wood.

, ponte .

It is cold, put on another layer of clothing.

ozono .

The ozone layer protects us from the sun.

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This word is part of lesson 45.