afghan

BrE /ˈæfɡən/ AmE /ˈæfɡən/

noun / adjective en → es

1 COUNTRY [noun] B2

a person from Afghanistan or someone of Afghan descent

afghaní, originario de Afganistán

Collocations Afghan refugee

  • He is an Afghan who has lived in the UK for many years.

    Él es un afganí que ha vivido en el Reino Unido durante muchos años.

2 TEXTILE [noun] B1

a blanket or shawl made in Afghanistan, usually with a pattern of squares and triangles

cobija, manta (de Afganistán)

Collocations Afghan blanket

  • She wrapped herself in an Afghan shawl.

    Ella se envolvió en una manta afganí.

3 DOG BREED [noun] C1

a breed of dog with long, thick hair and a friendly nature

perro de raza afghan (pastor afgano)

Collocations Afghan hound

  • The Afghan hounds are known for their elegant appearance.

    Los perros pastor afganos son conocidos por su elegante apariencia.