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How to Say "The seams are coming apart" in Spanish
Use this phrase when an item of clothing or fabric is falling apart at the stitches.
Se está descosiendo
seh es-TAH des-koh-SYEN-dohneutral
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You're in a store and notice a flaw in a garment before buying it. You might also say this about something you own that's getting old and worn out.
Alternatives
- Se está abriendoUse this if the item is literally opening up, not just at the seams.
- Tiene un hilo sueltoBetter if it's just one loose thread, not a whole seam coming apart.
Ways to get it wrong
Don't say 'está cosiendo'
This means 'it is sewing,' which is the opposite of what you want to say.
Avoid 'se está despegando'
This means 'it is unsticking' or 'peeling off,' used for glue or stickers, not stitches.
Frequently asked
what does se esta descosiendo mean in english
It translates to 'it is coming unsewn' or 'the seams are coming apart.' It specifically refers to fabric separating at the stitches.
how to say a shirt is falling apart in spanish
You can say 'la camisa se está descosiendo' to indicate the seams are coming apart. For general wear and tear, you might say 'la camisa se está deshaciendo'.
is se esta descosiendo casual or formal
It's a neutral phrase, suitable for most situations. You can use it when shopping or when talking about your own clothes with friends or family.
