Learn About Nouns in Spanish
This page provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and using nouns in Spanish. Includes examples and exercises.
reparación
repair
The Spanish word 'reparación' translates to 'repair' in English. It can refer to the act of fixing or mending something that is broken or damaged. It is commonly used in various contexts like repairing a car, a computer, a building or even metaphorically, as in repairing a broken relationship.
Example sentences with reparación →representante
representative
The Spanish word 'representante' translates to 'representative' in English. A representative is a person chosen or appointed to act or speak for others, often within political, business or other organizational contexts. Similarly, 'representante' in Spanish is used to denote a person who stands or acts on behalf of a group, organization or another individual, often within a specific role or position. Beyond these roles, the term can be used in a number of other contexts to denote someone who embodies or showcases something, much like the diverse uses of 'representative' in English.
Example sentences with representante →residente
resident
The Spanish word 'residente' translates to 'resident' in English. It is used to refer to a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis. It can be used in various contexts, such as legal, immigration, or simply to refer to the inhabitant of a house or city.
respetar
respect
The Spanish word 'respetar' translates to 'respect' in English. It is a verb and it expresses the concept of admiration for someone because of their qualities, accomplishments, or abilities. It can also denote consideration or regard for someone's feelings, wishes, or rights. In a broader sense, 'respetar' can be used in various contexts to imply deference or courtesy.
Example sentences with respetar →responder
respond
The Spanish word 'responder' is equivalent to 'respond' in English. It can be used similarly in various contexts where there is a need to answer or reply to a question, statement, situation or a need. For instance, 'Ella puede responder a la pregunta' translates to 'She can respond to the question'. Like its English counterpart, it is a common verb in the Spanish language.
Example sentences with responder →respuesta
response
The Spanish word for 'response' is 'respuesta'. It is used in the same context as in English, be it a reaction to something, a reply to a request, a question, or something that has been said. For example, you can say 'Su respuesta fue rápida', which translates to 'His/Her response was quick.'
Example sentences with respuesta →restaurante
restaurant
A 'Restaurante' is a business that serves prepared food and beverages to patrons. Food service, the experience and the location of the restaurant, can be a main selling point.
Example sentences with restaurante →resultado
result
The Spanish word 'resultado' is used similarly to English 'result'–it can refer to an outcome or consequence, or the end product of a calculation or experiment. For example, 'el resultado del partido fue 3-2' means 'the result of the match was 3-2'. It is also used in mathematical contexts, just like in English.
Example sentences with resultado →retroalimentación
feedback
'Retroalimentación' refers to advice, criticism or information about one's performance in an effort to improve. It's a key part especially in educational or professional settings where a person is learning a new skill or subject.
Example sentences with retroalimentación →reunión
meeting
The Spanish word 'reunión' is used to denote a gathering or assembly of people for a specific purpose. This can be a business meeting, a social gathering, or even a meet-up with friends. Much like 'meeting' in English, 'reunión' can be used in various contexts, yet the purpose remains the same – a planned occasion when people come together, often to make decisions or discuss ideas.
Example sentences with reunión →rey
king
In Spanish, 'rey' is the word for 'king'. It's generally used to refer to the male ruler of a nation who usually inherits his position by virtue of birth- similar to the usage in English. It can also be used metaphorically to represent someone who is best at something, or to denote extreme importance in a specific context.
Example sentences with rey →riesgo
risk
The Spanish term for risk is 'riesgo'. It is commonly used in the same context as in English, which is to describe a situation involving exposure to danger or the possibility that something unpleasant or unwelcome will happen. An example sentence in Spanish would be 'Existe un riesgo si no tomas precauciones', which translates to 'There is a risk if you don't take precautions.'
Example sentences with riesgo →riñón
kidney
The Spanish word 'riñón' translates to 'kidney' in English. The kidney is a vital organ in the body, commonly known for its role in filtering the body's blood to remove waste and extra fluid, producing urine. The term 'riñón' can be used in various contexts in Spanish, especially in the fields of medicine and health. However, it may also appear in everyday conversation, representing an essential part of the Spanish language vocabulary.
río
river
'Río' is the Spanish word for 'River'. This term is used to describe a large, flowing body of water that usually empties into a sea or ocean. Just like in English, this term is used in geographical contexts or in metaphoric expressions, such as 'vida es un río', referring to the flow of life.
Example sentences with río →riqueza
wealth
The Spanish word 'riqueza' translates to 'wealth' in English. It refers to an abundance of valuable possessions or money. This noun illustrates the state of being rich and prosperity. The word 'riqueza' can be used in various contexts such as describing a person's wealth, a country's wealth, or the 'wealth' of knowledge someone has. Just like in English, 'riqueza' can be both tangible, like owning a lot of property, and intangible, like having a wealth of experience or skills.
ritmo
rhythm
Ritmo, which stands for 'Rhythm', is a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.
Example sentences with ritmo →roca
rock
The Spanish word for rock is 'roca'. This is a noun and can be used in the same way as 'rock' in English. It can refer to a large mass of stone forming a hill, cliff, promontory, or the like, or a small piece or part of a hard substance. Similar to English, it can also be used metaphorically, for example in the phrase 'eres mi roca', or 'you are my rock'.
Example sentences with roca →rol
role
The Spanish word for 'role' is 'rol'. It's used in much the same way it is in English, to denote the part or character someone or something has in a particular situation or context. For example, 'El tiene un rol importante en la empresa' would mean 'He has an important role in the company'.
Example sentences with rol →ropa de cama
bed linen
The Spanish phrase 'ropa de cama' translates to 'bed linen' in English. This term refers to the material essentials and covering, such as sheets, blankets and pillowcases, that are typically used on a bed.
rosa
rose
The Spanish word 'rosa' translates to 'rose' in English. It can be used to refer to the flower of varying shades and colors, most commonly red, that is famous for its appearance and scent. 'Rosa' can also be used to depict the color rose or pink in Spanish. Furthermore, it also stands for the name 'Rose' in English.
Example sentences with rosa →rueda
wheel
The Spanish word 'rueda' translates to 'wheel' in English. A wheel is a circular component that is intended to rotate on an axle bearing. This object is a fundamental part of many machines, particularly vehicles like cars, bicycles, and carts. The word 'rueda' may also be used in Spanish to refer to certain types of dances or other contexts where the concept of turning or rotation is significant.
Example sentences with rueda →Rugby
Rugby
Rugby is a team sport that involves running with the ball in hand. It's played between two teams each seeking to win by scoring more points through tries, conversions, penalty kicks, and field goals.
Example sentences with Rugby →sacerdote
priest
The Spanish word 'sacerdote' translates to 'priest' in English. The term is primarily used in religious contexts, referring to an ordained person in a Christian church who is authorized to perform certain rites and administer certain sacraments. 'Sacerdote' carries spiritual connotations, commonly associated with roles of leadership and guidance within a faith community.
Example sentences with sacerdote →sal
salt
The Spanish word 'sal' translates to 'salt' in English. Salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl), and is used globally as a seasoning and preservative in cooking. Its importance to life has led it to become a highly traded commodity and a symbol of hospitality in many cultures.
salado
salad
The word 'salado' does not translate to 'salad' in English. 'Salado' actually translates to 'salty'. The correct Spanish word for 'salad' is 'ensalada'.
salario
salary
A salary is the amount of money that an employee is paid in return for the work they have done. It's an important aspect managing a business and maintaining employee satisfaction.
Example sentences with salario →salir
leave
The Spanish verb 'salir' translates to 'leave' in English. It is a commonly used verb that indicates the action of leaving a place or departing. It can also refer to exiting a situation or a state of being. For example, 'Voy a salir de casa' which translates to 'I am going to leave the house.'
Example sentences with salir →salsa
salsa
The word 'salsa' is Spanish, meaning 'sauce' in English. In a more general context, it is used to describe a variety of sauces used in Mexican and Spanish cuisines, including salsa roja (a red sauce) and salsa verde (a green sauce). The term 'salsa' is also widely associated with a popular genre of Latin American music and dance.
salud
health
The Spanish word 'salud' translates to 'health' in English. It is used in a variety of contexts. For example, it can refer to personal health, the health of a community, or the health of an environment. 'Salud' is also used in Spanish-speaking cultures as a toast to someone's health, similar to saying 'cheers' in English.
Example sentences with salud →san
saint
The Spanish word 'san' translates to 'saint' in English. It is generally used as a prefix in front of names of saints or holy figures, as seen in names of places, people, and institutions. For example, 'San Francisco' refers to Saint Francis. 'San' is a term of reverence and respect in Spanish-speaking cultures.
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