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tejedora means weaver — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 29, 2026

✨ Beautiful Spanish

tejedora

noun • /[te-he-DO-ra]/

weaver

Example:

La tejedora crea magia con hilos.

The weaver creates magic with threads.

🧠 What does tejedora mean?

A 'tejedora' is a female weaver, an artisan who creates fabric, textiles, or other objects by interlacing threads on a loom or by hand. The word comes from the verb 'tejer' (to weave or to knit). It evokes a sense of tradition, skill, and artistry, often associated with handmade crafts and cultural heritage. The masculine counterpart is 'tejedor'.

📚 Extra examples

  • La tejedora andina usaba lana de alpaca teñida con pigmentos naturales.
    The Andean weaver used alpaca wool dyed with natural pigments.
  • Mi abuela era una experta tejedora; sus mantas eran famosas en el pueblo.
    My grandmother was an expert weaver; her blankets were famous in the town.
  • El museo presenta una exposición sobre las técnicas de las tejedoras mayas.
    The museum is presenting an exhibition on the techniques of Mayan weavers.

💡 Did You Know?

In many cultures throughout Latin America, particularly in the Andean and Mesoamerican regions, weaving is a sacred and ancient art form. 'Tejedoras' are often the custodians of ancestral knowledge, passing down complex patterns and techniques that tell stories and preserve cultural identity.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "tejedora"

Synonyms: artesana textil, hilandera

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'weaver' in Spanish?
The word for a female weaver is 'tejedora'. The masculine form for a male weaver is 'tejedor'.
How do you pronounce 'tejedora' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is teh-heh-DOH-rah. The 'j' is pronounced like the 'h' in 'hello', and the 'r' is a soft tap.
How do you use 'tejedora' in a sentence?
An example is: 'La paciente tejedora pasó horas trabajando en su tapiz.' (The patient weaver spent hours working on her tapestry.)
What is the English translation of 'tejedora'?
The English translation is 'weaver', specifically referring to a female artisan who weaves.
Does 'tejedora' change for gender or number?
Yes, it does. 'Tejedora' is feminine singular. The masculine singular is 'tejedor'. The plurals are 'tejedoras' (feminine) and 'tejedores' (masculine or a mixed group).
Is 'tejedora' common in everyday Spanish?
It is common in contexts related to textiles, crafts, art, and traditional culture. While not used in every daily conversation, it is a well-understood and respected term.
Does 'tejedora' have slang or double meanings?
It does not have common slang meanings. However, it can be used metaphorically to describe someone who skillfully creates or combines complex things, such as a 'tejedora de historias' (weaver of stories) or 'tejedora de intrigas' (weaver of intrigues).
Is 'tejedora' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning of 'tejedora' is consistent across the Spanish-speaking world. The term carries particular cultural weight in many Latin American countries with strong indigenous weaving traditions, like Peru, Guatemala, and Mexico.

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