Usage Note
Bufanda specifically refers to a long neck scarf worn for warmth, distinct from a decorative pañuelo (which is lighter and more fashionable). It is an essential cold-weather item in Spain and Latin America alike. The word is unrelated to bufar (to snort) despite the similarity.
Examples
"Lleva una bufanda de lana roja."
Natural Translation
She is wearing a red wool scarf.
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