remiendo
patch
The Spanish word 'remiendo' translates into 'patch' in English. It's often used in the context of fabric or clothing, referring to a small piece of material that's sewn over a hole or worn spot to reinforce or repair it. Also, it can metaphorically refer to a quick, temporary solution to a problem.
Example sentences using: remiendo
Por su antigüedad, mi abrigo tiene un remiendo.
Because of its age, my coat has a patch.
This sentence indicates that the speaker's coat is old and, as a result, it has been patched or mended. 'Remiendo' in this context is used to denote a patch or a repair in a piece of clothing.
El remiendo de la tela no coincide con el resto.
The patch on the fabric does not match the rest.
In this example, 'remiendo' is used to refer to a patch or an added piece on a piece of fabric. The speaker points out that this patch does not blend or match with the rest of the fabric, illustrating a common usage of the term.
Nosotros pusimos un remiendo en el techo después de la tormenta.
We put a patch on the roof after the storm.
This sentence describes a situation where the speaker and another person had to patch or repair a roof following a storm. Here, 'remiendo' signifies the act of repairing or patching, notably of a structure or object other than clothing.