Trivia: What type of wide-brimmed hat comes from the Spanish word for “shadow”?
Gaucho
Cordobes
Sombrero
Sevillano
The correct answer is Sombrero
So why is this answer correct? : The word “sombrero” comes from the Spanish word “sombra,” which means “shade” or “shadow.” They were originally made to protect the wearer’s head, shoulders, and back from the intense sun. In Mexico, “sombrero” denotes the typical image of an enormous hat. However, in other Spanish-speaking countries, it’s a general term to refer to all hats with brims.