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B1 noun 12 min de lecture

tejido

Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces tejido en 30 secondes

Explication tejido in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know 'tejido' in its most basic sense related to clothing and hobbies. You might encounter it when describing a sweater or a scarf that someone made by hand. It is often introduced as the result of the verb 'tejer' (to knit/weave). At this stage, you should focus on the fact that it is a masculine noun ('el tejido') and that it usually refers to something made of wool or cotton. You might see it in simple sentences like 'Mi abuela hace tejido' (My grandmother does knitting/weaving). It is a good word to expand your vocabulary beyond just 'ropa' (clothes).

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At the A2 level, you begin to use 'tejido' to describe the material of things more specifically. You might use it to talk about different types of fabric in a store or to describe the texture of a garment. You will also start to see it as a past participle in passive constructions, such as 'La bufanda está tejida' (The scarf is knitted). At this level, you should be able to distinguish between 'tejido' (the material/object) and 'tejer' (the action). You might also learn basic phrases like 'tejido a mano' (hand-knitted) or 'tejido de lana' (wool fabric).

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At the B1 level, you are expected to understand the more technical and metaphorical uses of 'tejido'. This includes recognizing it in a biological context (tissue) and a sociological context (social fabric). You should be comfortable using it in sentences that discuss quality, such as 'Este tejido es muy resistente'. You will also encounter it in news articles or more formal texts discussing the 'tejido social' or 'tejido industrial' of a country. At this stage, you should also be careful not to confuse it with 'tejado' (roof) or 'tela' (general fabric), understanding the subtle differences in usage and formality.

At the B2 level, your use of 'tejido' should be precise. You should be able to discuss 'tejido adiposo' or 'tejido muscular' in a medical or health context without hesitation. In business or economic discussions, you should be able to use 'tejido empresarial' to describe the network of companies in a region. You should also understand the cultural significance of 'tejidos' in Latin American indigenous cultures, where it refers to complex, traditional weaving. Your ability to use the word metaphorically to describe complex structures or networks is a hallmark of this level.

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At the C1 level, 'tejido' becomes a tool for sophisticated analysis. You use it to describe the intricate 'tejido de mentiras' (web of lies) in a novel or the 'tejido institucional' (institutional fabric) of a state. You understand the nuances between 'tejido', 'entramado', and 'estructura'. You can participate in deep discussions about how various factors affect the 'tejido social' of a community. Your vocabulary is rich enough to use the word in varied registers, from highly technical scientific reports to poetic descriptions of nature or human relationships.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'tejido'. You can use it in highly specialized academic fields, such as histology or advanced economics, with perfect accuracy. You appreciate the etymological roots of the word and how they connect to other concepts like 'texto' (text, from the same Latin root 'texere'). You can use 'tejido' in creative writing to evoke complex textures or metaphorical connections. Your understanding of the word is so deep that you can play with its multiple meanings in puns or sophisticated rhetorical devices, fully grasping its role as a fundamental concept in the Spanish language.

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Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces

tejido en 30 secondes

Tejido is a masculine noun meaning fabric, textile, or biological tissue.
It comes from the verb 'tejer' (to weave) and emphasizes structural interconnection.
It is used metaphorically for 'social fabric' (tejido social) or 'business network' (tejido empresarial).
Common technical terms include 'tejido de punto' (knitting) and 'tejido adiposo' (fat tissue).

The Spanish word tejido is a multifaceted noun that primarily refers to any material produced by the interlacing of fibers, whether through weaving, knitting, or crocheting. At its most basic level, it translates to 'fabric,' 'textile,' or 'web.' However, its utility in the Spanish language extends far beyond the fashion industry. To understand tejido, one must look at the root verb tejer (to weave), which implies a structural complexity where individual elements are combined to create a unified whole. This concept of interconnectedness is why the word is used in biology to describe 'tissue'—the organized groups of cells that form the structural basis of living organisms. Whether you are discussing the soft tejido of a wool sweater or the complex tejido muscular (muscle tissue) of the human body, the underlying logic remains the same: a structure formed by many small parts working together.

Textile Context: In the world of fashion and home decor, tejido refers to the specific way a cloth is constructed. You might encounter tejido de punto (knitted fabric) or tejido de calada (woven fabric). It describes the physical substance of the garment before it is cut and sewn into a specific item of clothing.

La abuela pasó toda la tarde concentrada en su tejido de lana para el nuevo nieto.

Biological Context: In medicine and biology, tejido is the standard term for tissue. This includes tejido óseo (bone tissue), tejido nervioso (nervous tissue), and tejido conectivo (connective tissue). It emphasizes the microscopic 'weaving' of cells.

El cirujano examinó el tejido cicatricial para asegurarse de que la herida estaba sanando correctamente.

Furthermore, tejido is frequently used metaphorically to describe the 'social fabric' (tejido social) or the 'industrial fabric' (tejido industrial) of a nation. This implies the intricate network of relationships, businesses, and institutions that hold a society together. In these contexts, the word carries a weight of importance, suggesting that if one thread is pulled, the entire structure might unravel. This metaphorical use is very common in political discourse and sociological analysis in Spanish-speaking countries, where maintaining the tejido social is seen as a primary goal of public policy.

La crisis económica ha afectado profundamente el tejido empresarial de la región.

Artisanal Context: In many Latin American cultures, tejido refers to the ancestral art of weaving, which is a vital part of indigenous identity and economy. Here, it isn't just a material but a cultural heritage.

Los tejidos andinos son famosos por sus colores vibrantes y sus complejos patrones geométricos.

El diseño de este tejido es único en esta comunidad indígena.

Using tejido correctly requires an understanding of its grammatical gender and its role as both a noun and a participle. As a masculine noun, it always takes the articles el, un, los, or unos. When you are using it to describe a physical material, it often appears in the structure [sustantivo] + de + tejido or simply as the subject or object of a sentence. For example, if you are admiring the quality of a fabric, you would say 'El tejido es muy suave.' If you are referring to the act of knitting or the piece being knitted, you might say 'Dejé mi tejido en el sofá.' This versatility allows it to function in domestic, scientific, and industrial settings with ease.

As a Direct Object: When tejido is the thing being acted upon, it usually follows a verb related to creation, analysis, or damage. Common verbs include comprar, analizar, dañar, or mejorar.

El laboratorio debe analizar el tejido para descartar cualquier enfermedad grave.

With Descriptive Adjectives: Because tejido is masculine, all accompanying adjectives must agree in gender and number. Common pairings include tejido sintético, tejido natural, or tejido resistente.

Esta chaqueta está hecha de un tejido impermeable que es ideal para la lluvia.

In a biological or medical context, tejido is almost always followed by a specific adjective that defines the type of tissue. This is a crucial distinction for students of health sciences. You wouldn't just say 'el tejido' in a hospital without specifying if you mean tejido blando (soft tissue) or tejido adiposo (fat tissue). Similarly, in sociology, the term tejido social is treated as a single conceptual unit. You might say 'fortalecer el tejido social' (to strengthen the social fabric) to describe community-building efforts. The word acts as a bridge between the physical world of fibers and the abstract world of connections.

La regeneración del tejido después de una quemadura puede ser un proceso muy lento.

In Plural Form: When discussing various types of fabrics or different biological samples, use 'tejidos'. For example, 'Los tejidos de seda son muy caros'.

En la tienda de artesanías, puedes encontrar diversos tejidos típicos de la región.

El tejido de la red de pescar debe ser lo suficientemente fuerte para aguantar el peso.

In daily life, you are most likely to hear tejido in three distinct environments: the doctor's office, the clothing store, and the news. In a medical setting, doctors use it to explain conditions. If you have an injury, a specialist might talk about daño en el tejido (tissue damage). This is standard terminology across the Spanish-speaking world. In the world of fashion and retail, especially in boutique or artisanal shops, tejido is used to emphasize the quality and craftsmanship of a garment. A salesperson might highlight that a coat has a tejido de alta calidad (high-quality weave) to justify a higher price point. It sounds more sophisticated and technical than simply saying 'tela' (cloth).

News and Media: Journalists often use 'tejido social' when discussing the impact of crime, poverty, or social programs. It's a key term in sociological reporting to describe how a community is holding together.

El reportero afirmó que la violencia está destruyendo el tejido social de los barrios más vulnerables.

Hobbyist Circles: Among people who knit or crochet, 'el tejido' refers to the project they are currently working on. It's common to hear '¿Cómo va tu tejido?' (How is your knitting going?).

Llevo mi tejido a todas partes para avanzar un poco mientras espero el autobús.

Furthermore, in the context of industrial production, tejido empresarial is a term frequently used by economists and politicians. It refers to the collective of businesses—large and small—that drive an economy. For instance, after a natural disaster, a government might announce subsidies to 'reconstruir el tejido empresarial' (rebuild the business fabric). This usage highlights the interconnected nature of commerce. You might also hear it in the context of architecture or engineering when referring to wire mesh or structural grids, known as tejido de alambre or tejido metálico. This diversity of use cases makes it a high-frequency word for intermediate and advanced learners who are moving beyond basic survival Spanish into more specialized or abstract discussions.

La valla de seguridad está hecha de un tejido metálico muy difícil de cortar.

Education and Science: In textbooks, 'tejido' is the primary word for discussing the anatomy of plants and animals. You will see diagrams labeled 'tejido vegetal' or 'tejido animal'.

El microscopio permite ver la estructura celular del tejido de la hoja.

Las pequeñas empresas son la base del tejido económico de este país.

One of the most common mistakes English speakers make with tejido is confusing it with other words that sound similar or have related meanings, such as techo (roof) or tejado (tiled roof). While they all share the 'tej-' prefix, they are completely different. Tejado specifically refers to a roof made of tiles (tejas), whereas tejido refers to fabric or tissue. Another frequent error is using tejido when tela would be more natural. While not technically wrong, 'tejido' sounds more technical or refers to the structure of the material. If you are just talking about 'fabric' in a general sense (like 'I need some fabric for a dress'), tela is the preferred word. Use tejido when you want to emphasize the weave or the biological aspect.

Confusion with 'Tejado': Students often say 'El tejido de la casa' when they mean 'The roof of the house'. Correct: 'El tejado de la casa'. Remember: 'tejido' is for fibers/cells; 'tejado' is for tiles.

No confundas el tejido de tu camisa con el tejado de tu vivienda.

Gender Agreement Errors: Because 'tejido' ends in 'o', it is masculine. However, learners often mistakenly use feminine articles because they associate it with 'ropa' (clothing) or 'tela' (fabric), which are feminine.

Es el tejido adiposo, no 'la' tejido adiposo.

Another subtle mistake occurs when using the word as a past participle. Since tejido is the past participle of tejer, it must function as an adjective and agree with the noun it describes. A common mistake is saying 'una manta tejido' instead of 'una manta tejida'. When it's an adjective, it changes; when it's a noun, it's always tejido. Furthermore, learners sometimes struggle with the term tejido social, trying to translate 'social fabric' literally as 'tela social'. While 'tela' means fabric, the correct sociological term in Spanish is always tejido social. Using 'tela' in this context would sound unnatural and might even be confusing to native speakers who are used to the standard metaphor.

La manta está tejida con lana de oveja de alta calidad.

Misusing 'Tejer' vs 'Tejido': Sometimes learners use the noun when they need the verb. 'Me gusta mucho el tejido' could mean 'I like the fabric' or 'I like knitting', but if you want to say 'I like to knit', use 'Me gusta tejer'.

El tejido es mi pasatiempo favorito, paso horas tejiendo cada semana.

Necesito un pañuelo de papel, no un tejido biológico.

While tejido is a specific and useful word, Spanish offers several alternatives depending on the nuance you wish to convey. The most common synonym is tela, which is the everyday word for cloth or fabric. While tejido often refers to the structural nature of the material (how it was woven), tela refers to the material itself as a commodity. For example, you buy 'tres metros de tela' at a store, but you might comment on the 'tejido' of a high-end designer suit. Another related word is textil, which is more formal and often used as an adjective or to refer to the industry as a whole (e.g., 'la industria textil'). Understanding these distinctions helps you sound more like a native speaker and less like a textbook.

Tejido vs. Tela: Use 'tela' for general fabric or cloth. Use 'tejido' for the specific weave, biological tissue, or metaphorical structures.

Esa tela es perfecta para las cortinas, pero el tejido de esta otra es más resistente.

Tejido vs. Paño: 'Paño' usually refers to a specific type of heavy woolen cloth or a cleaning rag. It is much more specific than the broad term 'tejido'.

Limpió la mesa con un paño húmedo en lugar de usar un tejido delicado.

In more technical or industrial contexts, you might encounter malla (mesh) or red (network/web). Malla is used for things like wire fences or the mesh of a strainer, where the 'weaving' is very visible and open. Red is used for fishing nets or digital networks. While tejido can sometimes describe these, malla and red are more precise for those specific items. In terms of metaphors, while English uses 'fabric' for society, Spanish almost exclusively uses tejido social. You might occasionally hear entramado (framework/lattice), which is an excellent high-level alternative for describing complex systems or plots in literature. Using entramado instead of tejido can make your Spanish sound more sophisticated and academic.

El entramado de la novela es tan complejo que requiere una lectura muy atenta.

Tejido vs. Punto: 'Punto' refers to knitting or a stitch. 'Tejido de punto' is the full term for knitwear, but often people just say 'una prenda de punto'.

Prefiero el punto hecho a mano que el tejido industrial de las grandes tiendas.

El tejido de esta alfombra es tan denso que parece terciopelo.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The words 'text' and 'tejido' share the same root because ancient people viewed a written work as a 'weaving' of words and ideas.

Guide de prononciation

UK /teˈxi.ðo/

US /teˈhi.ðo/

The stress is on the second syllable: te-JI-do.

Rime avec

ido perdido vivido comido sentido ruido marido apellido

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing the 'j' like an English 'j' (as in 'jump'). It should be a raspy 'h'.
Pronouncing the 'd' too hard, like an English 'd'. In Spanish, between vowels, it is soft.
Putting the stress on the first or last syllable.
Confusing the 'i' sound with the English 'i' in 'sit' instead of 'see'.
Nasalizing the 'o' at the end.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 3/5

Easy to recognize, but requires context to distinguish between fabric and biology.

Écriture 3/5

Spelling is straightforward, but must remember gender and adjective agreement.

Expression orale 4/5

The 'j' and soft 'd' can be tricky for English speakers.

Écoute 3/5

Clear pronunciation, but can be confused with 'tejado'.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

Ropa Cuerpo Sociedad Hecho de Lana

Apprends ensuite

Cicatriz Estructura Vínculo Manufactura Célula

Avancé

Histología Socioeconomía Textilería Urdidura Trama

Grammaire à connaître

Noun-Adjective Agreement

El tejido (masculine) es blanco (masculine).

Past Participle as Adjective

La bufanda está tejida (feminine to match bufanda).

Preposition 'de' for Material

Un tejido de seda.

Pluralization of nouns ending in 'o'

Un tejido -> Muchos tejidos.

Use of 'ser' for material composition

La camisa es de un tejido muy ligero.

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Exemples par niveau

Me gusta mucho este tejido de lana.

I really like this wool fabric.

Masculine singular noun with 'este'.

El tejido es de color azul.

The fabric is blue.

Simple subject-verb-complement structure.

Mi madre tiene mucho tejido en casa.

My mother has a lot of knitting/fabric at home.

Uncountable use of 'tejido' as a hobby/material.

Es un tejido muy suave.

It is a very soft fabric.

Adjective 'suave' modifies 'tejido'.

¿Qué es este tejido?

What is this fabric?

Interrogative sentence.

El tejido es para una bufanda.

The fabric/knitting is for a scarf.

Preposition 'para' indicates purpose.

Compré un tejido barato.

I bought a cheap fabric.

Direct object of the verb 'comprar'.

No me gusta ese tejido.

I don't like that fabric.

Negative sentence with 'gustar'.

Esta manta está hecha de un tejido natural.

This blanket is made of a natural fabric.

Adjective 'natural' agrees with 'tejido'.

El tejido de esta camisa es muy fino.

The weave of this shirt is very fine.

Use of 'de' to indicate possession/origin.

Prefiero los tejidos de algodón en verano.

I prefer cotton fabrics in summer.

Plural form 'tejidos'.

Ella vende tejidos artesanales en el mercado.

She sells artisanal fabrics/weavings at the market.

Adjective 'artesanales' in plural.

El tejido se rompió por el uso.

The fabric tore from use.

Reflexive verb 'romperse'.

Busco un tejido que no se arrugue.

I'm looking for a fabric that doesn't wrinkle.

Relative clause with 'que'.

El tejido de seda es muy brillante.

The silk fabric is very shiny.

Noun + preposition + noun.

Aprendí a hacer tejido de punto.

I learned how to do knitting.

'Tejido de punto' is a fixed expression for knitting.

El médico analizó el tejido de la herida.

The doctor analyzed the tissue of the wound.

Biological use of 'tejido'.

Es necesario fortalecer el tejido social de la ciudad.

It is necessary to strengthen the social fabric of the city.

Metaphorical use in a formal context.

Este tejido sintético repele el agua perfectamente.

This synthetic fabric repels water perfectly.

Technical description of material properties.

El tejido de la red es demasiado ancho para estos peces.

The mesh of the net is too wide for these fish.

Context of a fishing net.

La biopsia confirmó que el tejido era benigno.

The biopsy confirmed that the tissue was benign.

Medical terminology.

El tejido industrial del país ha crecido este año.

The industrial fabric of the country has grown this year.

Economic context.

No entiendo el tejido de esta trama literaria.

I don't understand the weaving of this literary plot.

Abstract/literary use.

Los tejidos de esta marca son de comercio justo.

The fabrics of this brand are fair trade.

Ethical commerce context.

El tejido adiposo cumple funciones vitales en el cuerpo.

Adipose tissue performs vital functions in the body.

Scientific/Medical term.

La globalización ha transformado el tejido empresarial local.

Globalization has transformed the local business fabric.

Sociopolitical/Economic context.

El artista utiliza tejido de alambre para sus esculturas.

The artist uses wire mesh for his sculptures.

Artistic/Technical material.

Se requiere una regeneración del tejido dañado.

A regeneration of the damaged tissue is required.

Formal medical passive-like structure.

El tejido de la alfombra persa es extremadamente denso.

The weave of the Persian carpet is extremely dense.

Specific technical description.

La falta de inversión daña el tejido productivo regional.

The lack of investment damages the regional productive fabric.

Abstract economic concept.

Este microscopio muestra el tejido epitelial con claridad.

This microscope shows the epithelial tissue clearly.

Academic/Scientific precision.

El tejido de la araña es una maravilla de la ingeniería natural.

The spider's web/weaving is a marvel of natural engineering.

Natural world context.

La novela desentraña el complejo tejido de la corrupción política.

The novel unravels the complex fabric of political corruption.

Highly metaphorical and literary.

El tejido conectivo laxo se distribuye por todo el organismo.

Loose connective tissue is distributed throughout the organism.

Specialized anatomical terminology.

Preservar el tejido asociativo es clave para la democracia.

Preserving the associative fabric is key to democracy.

Political science terminology.

La porosidad del tejido permite una mejor transpiración.

The porosity of the fabric allows for better breathability.

Technical material science.

El tejido urbano de la ciudad medieval es irregular y estrecho.

The urban fabric of the medieval city is irregular and narrow.

Architecture and urban planning.

Existe un tejido de intereses cruzados en esta negociación.

There is a web of conflicting interests in this negotiation.

Nuanced business/diplomatic use.

La degradación del tejido muscular es un síntoma de la enfermedad.

The degradation of muscle tissue is a symptom of the disease.

Clinical pathology context.

El autor utiliza el tejido como metáfora de la memoria colectiva.

The author uses weaving as a metaphor for collective memory.

Literary analysis.

La interdependencia global ha urdido un tejido económico indisoluble.

Global interdependence has woven an indissoluble economic fabric.

Sophisticated verb 'urdir' (to warp/weave) with 'tejido'.

El estudio pormenorizado del tejido linfoide reveló anomalías citológicas.

The detailed study of lymphoid tissue revealed cytological anomalies.

High-level medical academic Spanish.

El tejido de complicidades en la corte era casi inexpugnable.

The web of complicity at court was almost impregnable.

Historical/Literary register.

La resiliencia del tejido institucional ante la crisis fue notable.

The resilience of the institutional fabric in the face of the crisis was notable.

Political science/Institutional analysis.

El tejido conjuntivo denso regular forma los tendones y ligamentos.

Dense regular connective tissue forms tendons and ligaments.

Specific biological classification.

La fragmentación del tejido social es el mayor desafío de la posmodernidad.

The fragmentation of the social fabric is the greatest challenge of postmodernity.

Philosophical/Sociological discourse.

La finura del tejido permite una caída elegante de la prenda.

The fineness of the fabric allows for an elegant drape of the garment.

Haute couture terminology.

El tejido narrativo se sustenta en una polifonía de voces.

The narrative fabric is based on a polyphony of voices.

Advanced literary theory.

Collocations courantes

Tejido social

Tejido adiposo

Tejido de punto

Tejido empresarial

Tejido cicatricial

Tejido muscular

Tejido óseo

Tejido conjuntivo

Tejido sintético

Tejido de alambre

Phrases Courantes

Tejido a mano

— Something that has been knitted or woven by hand, usually implying high quality.

Este gorro está tejido a mano por mi tía.

Tejido de alta calidad

— Refers to fabric that is durable, well-made, and often expensive.

Solo usamos tejido de alta calidad para nuestros trajes.

Muestra de tejido

— A small piece of fabric for testing or a biological sample for analysis.

El patólogo examinó la muestra de tejido en el laboratorio.

Tejido industrial

— The collective network of manufacturing and production facilities in a region.

El tejido industrial de la ciudad se vio afectado por la huelga.

Tejido protector

— A layer of material or biological tissue designed to shield something.

La piel es el principal tejido protector del cuerpo humano.

Recomponer el tejido

— To fix or restore a structure, whether physical, biological, or social.

Es difícil recomponer el tejido social tras una guerra civil.

Tejido elástico

— Fabric that can stretch and return to its original shape.

Los pantalones de yoga están hechos de un tejido elástico.

Tejido nervioso

— The tissue that makes up the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

El tejido nervioso transmite señales eléctricas por todo el cuerpo.

Tejido vegetal

— The structural material that makes up plants.

Estudiamos el tejido vegetal de la cebolla en clase de ciencias.

Tejido linfoide

— Tissue involved in the immune system, such as in lymph nodes.

El tejido linfoide es crucial para combatir infecciones.

Souvent confondu avec

tejido vs Tejado

Means 'tiled roof'. People often mix them up because of the 'tej-' root.

tejido vs Techo

Means 'ceiling' or 'roof' in general. Not related to fabric.

tejido vs Tela

The most common word for 'fabric'. 'Tejido' is more specific or technical.

Expressions idiomatiques

"Tejer una red"

— To create a complex system of contacts or a trap.

El espía tejió una red de informantes en todo el país.

Metaphorical

"Tejido de mentiras"

— A complex series of interconnected falsehoods.

Su testimonio resultó ser un tejido de mentiras.

Literary/Formal

"Estar en el tejido"

— To be part of the fundamental essence or structure of something.

La música está en el tejido mismo de esta cultura.

Poetic

"Urdid el tejido"

— To plan or plot something complex (often negative).

Urdieron un tejido de intrigas para derrocar al rey.

Formal/Literary

"Deshacer el tejido"

— To destroy a structure or a relationship from within.

La desconfianza acabó por deshacer el tejido de su matrimonio.

Metaphorical

"Tejido de la vida"

— The interconnected nature of all living things.

Cada especie es un hilo vital en el tejido de la vida.

Philosophical

"Punto por punto"

— Detail by detail (related to the 'stitches' in knitting).

Explicó el plan punto por punto.

Neutral

"No dar puntada sin hilo"

— To never do anything without a hidden motive or careful planning.

Ese político no da puntada sin hilo; todo tiene un propósito.

Colloquial

"Tejer y destejer"

— To constantly change one's mind or to do and undo things without progress.

Se pasa el día tejiendo y destejiendo sus planes de viaje.

Colloquial

"Perder el hilo"

— To lose one's train of thought (related to the thread in a fabric).

Perdí el hilo de la conversación por el ruido.

Neutral

Facile à confondre

tejido vs Tejado

Similar spelling and sound.

Tejado is a roof made of tiles; tejido is fabric or biological tissue.

El gato está en el tejado, pero mi camisa es de tejido fino.

tejido vs Tela

Both translate to 'fabric' in English.

Tela is the general material; tejido refers to the weave or biological tissue.

Necesito tela para el vestido, pero me gusta el tejido de esta muestra.

tejido vs Pañuelo

English 'tissue' can mean a Kleenex.

Spanish 'tejido' is biological; 'pañuelo de papel' is for your nose.

Usa un pañuelo de papel si vas a estornudar.

tejido vs Punto

Both relate to knitting.

Punto is the stitch or the act of knitting; tejido is the resulting fabric.

Hago punto para crear un tejido de lana.

tejido vs Red

Both involve interlacing.

Red is a net (fishing/internet); tejido is a more solid fabric or tissue.

La red de pesca tiene un tejido muy abierto.

Structures de phrases

El tejido es [adjetivo].

El tejido es suave.

Es un tejido de [material].

Es un tejido de lana.

[Sustantivo] daña el tejido [adjetivo].

El sol daña el tejido de la piel.

Es necesario [verbo] el tejido social.

Es necesario proteger el tejido social.

El tejido [adjetivo] se caracteriza por [característica].

El tejido óseo se caracteriza por su dureza.

La complejidad del tejido [sustantivo] radica en [explicación].

La complejidad del tejido empresarial radica en su diversidad.

Tengo un [prenda] tejido/a a mano.

Tengo un suéter tejido a mano.

El análisis del tejido reveló [resultado].

El análisis del tejido reveló una infección.

Famille de mots

Noms

Tejedora (weaver/knitter - female)

Tejedor (weaver/knitter - male)

Tejeduría (weaving shop/factory)

Teje (a type of game or movement)

Tejemaneje (scheming/shady business)

Verbes

Tejer (to weave/knit)

Destejer (to unweave/unravel)

Entretejer (to interweave)

Adjectifs

Tejido/Tejida (woven/knitted)

Tejible (weavable)

Textil (textile-related)

Apparenté

Tela

Hilo

Lana

Algodón

Aguja

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

High, especially in medical, fashion, and social science contexts.

Erreurs courantes

Using 'tejido' for a facial tissue. → Pañuelo de papel.
'Tejido' is fabric or biological tissue. For the paper you use to blow your nose, use 'pañuelo'.
Saying 'la tejido'. → El tejido.
'Tejido' is a masculine noun. Even though it relates to 'ropa' (feminine), the word itself is masculine.
Confusing 'tejido' with 'tejado'. → El tejado de la casa.
'Tejado' means roof. 'Tejido' means fabric. Don't put fabric on your house!
Not changing the ending for adjectives. → Una manta tejida.
When 'tejido' is an adjective (woven), it must agree with the feminine noun 'manta'.
Using 'tela social' for social fabric. → Tejido social.
While 'tela' means fabric, the fixed metaphorical expression in Spanish is 'tejido social'.

Astuces

Think of Knitting

Whenever you see 'tejido', think of the interlacing of threads. Whether it is a sweater, a group of cells, or a group of people, the core idea is things being 'knitted' together. This mental image will help you remember all its different meanings.

Agreement is Key

Don't forget that while the noun is masculine, the adjective form changes. 'La lana tejida' vs 'El algodón tejido'. This is a very common mistake for intermediate learners. Always look at the object being described.

Medical vs. Fashion

In a hospital, 'tejido' is always tissue. In a boutique, it is always fabric. If you are in a sociology class, it is the 'social fabric'. Context is your best friend for translating this word accurately.

Use for Sophistication

Replacing 'tela' with 'tejido' in your writing can make you sound more advanced. It suggests you are thinking about the structure and quality of the material rather than just the material itself. It is a small change with a big impact.

Master the 'J'

The 'j' in 'tejido' is a great chance to practice your Spanish 'j'. It should be stronger than an English 'h' but not as harsh as clearing your throat. Practice saying 'te-ji-do' slowly to get the rasp just right.

Watch for 'Tejado'

In fast speech, 'tejido' and 'tejado' can sound very similar. If the topic is about rain or houses, it is almost certainly 'tejado' (roof). If it is about clothes or health, it is 'tejido'.

Indigenous Art

When traveling in Latin America, use 'tejidos' to refer to the beautiful handmade textiles you see. It is a respectful term that acknowledges the skill and 'weaving' involved in their creation.

Text-Tejido Link

Remember that 'text' and 'tejido' come from the same root. A story is a 'weaving' of words, and a 'tejido' is a weaving of fibers. This connection makes the word easier to remember.

Business Spanish

In business, use 'tejido empresarial' to talk about the 'business community' or 'network'. It sounds much more professional than saying 'todas las empresas'.

Biology Basics

If you are studying biology in Spanish, learn 'tejido' alongside 'célula' (cell) and 'órgano' (organ). It is the middle step in the hierarchy of life: cells make tissues, tissues make organs.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'tejido' as a 'textile' for your 'tissues'. Both start with 'T' and involve 'weaving' parts together.

Association visuelle

Imagine a giant spider web (a tejido) where each thread represents a person in a city (the tejido social).

Word Web

Tejer Tela Hilo Célula Sociedad Lana Textura Red

Défi

Try to use 'tejido' in three different sentences today: one about clothes, one about biology, and one about society.

Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin verb 'texere', which means 'to weave' or 'to braid'. This Latin root is also the source of the English words 'textile', 'text', and 'texture'.

Sens originel : Something that is woven or braided together.

Romance (Latin)

Contexte culturel

When discussing indigenous 'tejidos', it is important to respect them as art forms and cultural property rather than just commercial products.

English uses 'fabric' for clothes and 'tissue' for biology. Spanish uses 'tejido' for both, which can be confusing at first.

The Fates (Las Parcas) in mythology, who 'weave' the 'tejido' of human life. The 'tejidos' of Otavalo, Ecuador, famous worldwide for their quality. The concept of 'tejido social' is a central theme in the works of many Latin American sociologists.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

At a clothing store

¿De qué tejido es esta prenda?
Me gusta el tejido de esta chaqueta.
¿Tienen tejidos naturales?
Este tejido pica un poco.

At the doctor's office

Tengo una inflamación en el tejido.
¿Es una muestra de tejido?
El tejido está cicatrizando bien.
Me duele el tejido muscular.

In a sociology class

El tejido social se está debilitando.
La comunidad forma un tejido fuerte.
Impacto en el tejido asociativo.
Reconstrucción del tejido social.

In an economics report

El tejido empresarial de la región.
Pequeñas empresas y el tejido productivo.
Fomentar el tejido industrial.
Crisis en el tejido comercial.

In a biology lab

Observar el tejido al microscopio.
Tipos de tejidos animales.
Estructura del tejido vegetal.
Regeneración de tejidos.

Amorces de conversation

"¿Qué tipo de tejido prefieres para tu ropa de invierno?"

"¿Crees que el tejido social de tu barrio es fuerte?"

"¿Alguna vez has intentado hacer un tejido a mano, como una bufanda?"

"¿Sabías que el corazón está hecho de un tejido muscular especial?"

"¿Qué opinas de los tejidos sintéticos comparados con los naturales?"

Sujets d'écriture

Describe la textura de tu prenda de vestir favorita usando la palabra 'tejido'.

Reflexiona sobre cómo las redes sociales afectan el tejido social de tu comunidad.

Escribe sobre una vez que te lesionaste y cómo sanó tu tejido corporal.

Imagina que eres un tejedor artesanal; describe el tejido que estás creando.

¿Cómo ha cambiado el tejido empresarial de tu ciudad en los últimos diez años?

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

No, that is a common false friend. In Spanish, a facial tissue is called a 'pañuelo de papel' or simply a 'clínex'. 'Tejido' only refers to biological tissue or fabric. If you ask for a 'tejido' in a store, they will show you cloth; if you ask for it in a pharmacy, they might think you need a skin graft!

Yes, as a noun, it is always masculine: 'el tejido'. However, when it is used as a past participle/adjective (meaning 'woven' or 'knitted'), it must agree with the noun it describes. For example, 'una bufanda tejida' (feminine) or 'un gorro tejido' (masculine). Always check if you are using it as a name or a description.

'Tela' is the everyday word for fabric or cloth. 'Tejido' is more technical and refers to the way the fibers are interlaced. You would use 'tela' to buy material for a dress, but you would use 'tejido' when discussing the quality of the weave or in biological and metaphorical contexts like 'tejido social'.

The most common term is 'tejido conjuntivo', although 'tejido conectivo' is also used and understood. Both are scientific terms used in biology and medicine to describe the tissue that supports, binds, or separates other tissues or organs.

'Tejido social' translates to 'social fabric'. It refers to the network of social relationships, community bonds, and institutions that hold a society together. When news reports say the 'tejido social' is damaged, they mean that community trust and cooperation are breaking down due to factors like crime or poverty.

Yes, although 'telaraña' is the specific word for a spider web, you can describe the act of the spider making it as 'el tejido de la araña'. It emphasizes the intricate weaving process that the spider uses to create its home and trap.

'Tejido de punto' is the specific term for knitted fabric. It distinguishes material made with knitting needles or machines from 'tejido de calada', which is woven on a loom. If you are buying a sweater, it is almost certainly a 'tejido de punto'.

Yes, it can refer to 'tejido urbano' (urban fabric), which describes the layout and structure of a city's streets and buildings. It can also refer to physical materials like 'tejido metálico' (wire mesh) used in construction or fencing.

The verb is 'tejer', which means to weave or to knit. It is a regular -er verb in most tenses. For example: 'Yo tejo' (I knit), 'Ella tejió' (She wove). Understanding the verb helps you understand the noun, as 'tejido' is essentially the result of 'tejer'.

In Spanish, scar tissue is called 'tejido cicatricial'. This is a common term in medical contexts to describe the fibrous tissue that replaces normal skin after an injury. You might hear a doctor say, 'Hay mucho tejido cicatricial en la zona'.

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