The hood is a folding roof.
Capota is a term that comes from the Latin word caput , which can be translated as “head” . The concept can be used in different ways depending on the context.
The first definition given by the Royal Spanish Academy ( RAE ) dictionary refers to the cover that certain vehicles have and that can be folded . Cars that have this hood are known as convertibles , cabriolets or convertibles .
Cars with hood
The hood of a car is therefore a folding roof . There are metal, plastic, vinyl or fabric hoods, depending on the model .
When the soft top is up, the passenger compartment of the vehicle is covered. On the other hand, if the soft top is down, the car does not have a roof at that moment. The action of folding the soft top (i.e. removing it) is referred to as uncapping .
For climatic reasons, it is normal for convertible cars to be driven with the hood folded down in the summer season. However, in periods of low temperatures or rain, the hood is deployed to protect the driver and other people travelling in the car.
A car with a hood is known as a convertible or cabriolet.
Folding roof maintenance
There are several things to consider to keep the hood in good condition. It is essential to deploy and retract the hood regularly, avoiding long periods of non-use. This helps prevent the folding mechanism from atrophying and minimizes the chances of it getting stuck.
It is also recommended not to take the hood up when it is wet: you should wait for it to dry so that the gears of the mechanism do not rust or mold form on the roof. Another suggestion that is often given is to wash the hood frequently, always by hand.
The hood as a headdress
A cap is a female headdress : that is, a garment that women use to cover their heads. The cap resembles a bag that fits over the head, tying under the chin with ribbons.
Originating from bonnets, the bonnet became common after the Industrial Revolution , especially in the United Kingdom . Members of the bourgeoisie then adopted the custom of wearing bonnets on their walks in the countryside.
The bonnet became very popular and became a common accessory. It was usually combined with the dress. Over time , it lost importance and was replaced by different types of hat.
Another name for thistle
Cynara cardunculus is the scientific name of a plant belonging to the Astaraceae group that is commonly known as cardoon , but is also known as bonnet. It is a thorny species that is native to the Mediterranean .
Similar to the artichoke, the capota has violet florets. It has a cypsela fruit with a tuft.
It is worth noting that the RAE indicates, on the other hand, that capota is the head of a cardencha . This plant is part of the family group of dipsacaceae, can measure up to two meters and has thorny leaves.