Lexique Crochet English-Spanish: How to read terms and abbreviations
On the Internet, many accessible designs are only available in Spanish. Don’t let the language barrier stop you from getting creative!
This English-Spanish lexicon has been specially designed to help you decipher the pattern instructions in Spanish. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, you’ll be able to embark on a multitude of inspiring projects with peace of mind, and broaden your crochet horizons.
As an added bonus, a downloadable PDF is available so you can keep all these translations at hand and crochet with confidence, wherever you are.
Why opening up to patterns in Spanish can enrich your crochet practice?
Access to a wide range of patterns
Spanish is a widely used language in the crochet world, with a large community of designers sharing unique patterns. Learning Spanish terms will enable you to explore a multitude of patterns you wouldn’t 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 feature unique designs, shapes and approaches that can renew your crocheting.
Overcoming the language barrier
Understanding Spanish crochet terms gives you precious autonomy, allowing you to decipher instructions without depending on translations, which are often approximate or non-existent.
Strengthen your ties with the international crochet community
Learning crochet terms in Spanish lets you connect with Spanish-speaking enthusiasts, exchange tips and share your love of crochet on a global scale.
The Spanish – English Crochet Glossary
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To facilitate navigation and help you with your project, you can simply click on a term of interest to highlight it. This can help you focus on the translations that are important to your project. If you click again on an already selected line, the highlight will disappear.
| Anglais | Abbreviation (EN) | Spanish | Abbreviation (ESP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Stiches | |||
| 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 | pa doble |
| Double treble | dtr | Punto alto triple | pa triple |
| Slip stitch | slst | Punto Enano | pe |
| Techniques | |||
| Increase | inc | Aumento | Aum |
| Decrease | dec | Disminuir | Dism |
| Magic circle | mc | Anillo màgico | am |
| Work in round | Trabajar en círculo continuo | ||
| Work in row | Trabajar en filas | ||
| Row | Fila | ||
| Repeat | rep | Repetir | |
| 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 | |
| Skip a stitch | sk | Saltar un punto | |
| Fasten off | fo | Rematar | |
| Yarn over | Yo | Crecido (hacer un) | |
| 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 or Special stitches | |||
| Popcorn stitch | pc | Punto palomitas | |
| Bobble stitch | Punto avellana | ||
| Star stitch | 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 Spanish-English glossary of terms commonly used in crochet patterns useful. To keep this information close at hand, don’t forget to download the PDF!
Want to explore other languages? Discover the multilingual lexicon, where you’ll find crochet terms translated into Italian, French and many more.
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