English-Spanish Crochet Glossary: Understanding Terms and Abbreviations
Many accessible patterns online are only available in Spanish. Don't let the language barrier stifle your creativity!
This US English-Spanish glossary has been specially designed to help you deciphering patterns instructions in Spanish. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, it will allow you to confidently embark on a multitude of inspiring projects and broaden your horizons in crochet.
Why can opening oneself up to patterns in Spanish enrich one's crochet practice?
Access a wide range of patterns
Spanish is a widely used language in the crochet world, with a large community of creators sharing unique models. Learning Spanish terms will allow you to explore a multitude of patterns that you would not otherwise have access to.
Stimulate your creativity
By discovering techniques and styles from other cultures, you'll broaden your creative horizons and find new inspiration for your projects. Patterns in Spanish often offer unique patterns, shapes and approaches which can refresh your crocheting style.
Overcoming the language barrier
To understand the terms crochet in Spanish gives you valuable autonomy, allowing you to decipher instructions without depending on translations, which are often approximate or non-existent.
Strengthening exchanges with the international crochet community
Learning crochet terms in Spanish allows you to connect with Spanish-speaking enthusiasts,exchange tips, and to share your love for crochet on a global scale.
The PDF to download
For further information, a complete PDF version of the glossary is also available for download.
The PDF includes two complete versions of the glossary: a main French version and a main English version.
Each of these 14-page documents compiles all the terms used on the site, in all languages available (French, English US/UK, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Norwegian), so you can easily view them offline, print them or always keep them handy on your phone, tablet or computer.
The PDF is available for €2, a deliberately symbolic amount which helps to support the work of creating, updating and translating the lexicon, as well as the development of new free content on Yarn & Crochet.
Access is free online glossary of course, it remains fully available.
2,00 €
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The Spanish-US English Crochet Lexicon
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| English (US) | Abbreviation (EN) | Español | Abreviación (ESP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Stitches | |||
| Chain | ch | Cadeneta | cad |
| Single crochet | sc | Punto bajo | pb |
| Half double crochet | hdc | Punto medio alto | pma |
| Double crochet | dc | Punto alto | pa |
| Treble | tr | Punto alto doble | pad |
| Double treble | dtr | Punto alto triple | pat |
| Slip stitch | slst | Punto enano / Punto raso | pe / pr |
| Techniques | |||
| Increase | inc | Aumento | Aum |
| Decrease | dec | Disminución / Disminuir | Dism |
| Magic circle | mc | Anillo mágico | am |
| Work in round | Trabajar en círculo continuo | ||
| Work in row | Trabajar en filas | ||
| Row | Fila | ||
| Repeat | rep | Repetir | rep |
| Position & Instructions | |||
| Back loop only | blo | Tomar sólo la hebra de atrás | |
| Front loop only | flo | Tomar sólo la hebra de delante | |
| Insert in | Pinchar en | ||
| Crochet together | tog | Tejer juntos | |
| Continue | cont | Continuar | cont |
| Skip a stitch | sk | Saltar un punto | sk |
| Fasten off | f/o | Rematar | |
| Yarn over | yo | Lazada / Hebra | |
| Cut the yarn | Cortar el hilo | ||
| Materials & Tools | |||
| Yarn / Wool | Hilo / Lana | ||
| Yarn weight | Tamaño de la lana | ||
| Hook | Ganchillo | ||
| Hook size | Tamaño del gancho | ||
| Tapestry needle | Aguja de lana | ||
| Stitch marker | Marcapuntos | ||
| Gauge | Muestra | ||
| Thread | Hilo | ||
| Safety eyes | Ojos de seguridad | ||
| Needle | Aguja | ||
| Stuffing | Relleno | ||
| Scissors | Tijeras | ||
| Knitting needles | Agujas de tricotar | ||
| Textured & Special Stitches | |||
| Popcorn stitch | pc | Punto palomitas | |
| Bobble stitch | bo | Punto avellana | |
| Star stitch | star st | Punto estrella | |
| Shell stitch | Punto concha | ||
| Filet stitch | Punto red | ||
| Cable stitch | Punto retorcido | ||
| V-stitch | Punto en V | ||
| Ribbing stitch | Punto elástico | ||
| Other Terms | |||
| Tension | Tensión | ||
| Pattern | Patrón | ||
| Free pattern | Patrón gratuito | ||
| Invisible join | Costura invisible | ||
| Joining | Montaje | ||
| Pick up stitches | Levantar las puntadas | ||
| Slip knot | Nudo corredizo | ||
I hope you find this US English-Spanish dictionary of commonly used crochet pattern terms helpful. To keep this information handy, consider downloading the PDF! Want to explore other languages? Check out the multilingual glossary, where you'll find crochet terms translated into Italian, Spanish, and many more.
Dictionaries
Looking for a more detailed crochet dictionary in a specific language? Check out our dedicated pages!
US English - French
US English - Spanish
US English - Italian
US English - German
US English - Russian
US English - Norwegian
US English - UK English