Learn About Nouns in Spanish
This page provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and using nouns in Spanish. Includes examples and exercises.
viaje
travel
The word 'viaje' means 'travel'. It is widely used in Spanish to mention a trip or a journey to diverse locations.
Example sentences with viaje →vida
life
The Spanish word for 'life' is 'vida'. It is used in largely the same contexts as the English word, including discussions about existence, living things, activities, or periods of someone's existence. It can also refer metaphorically to enthusiasm or vivacity.
Example sentences with vida →video
video
The word 'video' has the same spelling and meaning in both English and Spanish. It refers to the recording, reproducing, or broadcasting of moving visual images. In Spanish, it can be used in the same contexts as in English, for instance in 'hacer un video' which means 'make a video'.
Example sentences with video →violín
violin
A violin is a stringed musical instrument which is played with a bow. In Spanish, you call this instrument 'violín', a common noun used in any music context.
Example sentences with violín →violonchelo
cello
The word 'violonchelo' is a Spanish term that translates to 'cello' in English. It signifies a large stringed instrument of the violin family, with four strings tuned in perfect fifths. It is known for producing a deep, rich and melodic sound, which is softer and deeper than a violin. A person who plays the 'violonchelo' is called a 'violonchelista'. The word 'violonchelo' may also refer to the music produced by this instrument, particularly in the context of a symphony orchestra or a string quartet. Implicit in the term is a sense of tradition and culture, as the cello or 'violonchelo' holds a prominent place in Western classical music.
Example sentences with violonchelo →virus
virus
The word 'virus' is a Spanish word that has the same meaning in English, namely, 'virus'. It refers to a type of infectious organism that can only grow and reproduce inside the cells of a host. A virus is capable of causing illness in hosts such as humans, animals, and plants. This common term in medical and scientific contexts is often used in public communication, especially in the context of public health and disease prevention.
vista
view
The Spanish word 'vista' is used to refer to the act of seeing, similar to how the word 'view' is used in English. It can be used in various contexts such as talking about views of a landscape ('vista al mar' - sea view), or about the perception or consideration of a specific topic ('a mi vista' - in my view).
Example sentences with vista →Voleibol
Volleyball
Volleyball is a sport played by two teams of six players each on a court divided by a net. The objective is to send the ball over the net in a way that the opposing team is unable to return it.
Example sentences with Voleibol →voluntad
will
In Spanish, 'voluntad' is often used to express the concept of 'will' in English. However, it is important to note that it pertains more to the concept of someone's desire, intention, or mental commitment than to the future tense of the verb 'to be'. The context of the sentence will often determine the specific usage of 'voluntad'.
Example sentences with voluntad →voz
voice
In Spanish, the term 'voz' translates to 'voice' in English. Much like English, it can be used in a variety of contexts such as referring to the sounds produced by humans, animals, or devices or even to represent someone's opinion or right to express their thoughts. An example could be 'Levantó la voz' which translates to 'He raised his voice'. Thus, the Spanish word 'voz' embodies the essence and usage of the English term 'voice' quite comprehensively.
Example sentences with voz →vuelo
flight
The term 'vuelo' in Spanish translates to 'flight' in English. It is a noun used in various contexts, such as referring to the act of flying, the trajectory of a flying object, or a journey made by air, especially by an airplane. Its usage depends on the context in which it's used. 'Vuelo' can be used in phrases like 'el vuelo de las aves' (the flight of the birds) or 'mi vuelo sale a las tres' (my flight leaves at three).
Example sentences with vuelo →zanahoria
carrot
The word 'zanahoria' is a Spanish noun that translates to 'carrot' in English. It is a root vegetable that is often orange in color, though purple, black, red, white, and yellow varieties exist. This vegetable is known for its crunchy texture and slightly sweet flavor when consumed. It is consumed in various ways, including raw in salads, cooked in soups or stews, or as juice. The word can be effectively used in different contexts, for instance, 'Me gusta la zanahoria en la ensalada' which means 'I like carrot in the salad'.
zapatillas
slippers
The Spanish word 'zapatillas' translates to 'slippers' in English. This is a noun used to refer to a type of light, comfortable shoes that are worn in the home. They are often made of soft or warm materials and can come in various styles, from open-heel sandals to fully covered foot-wraps.
Example sentences with zapatillas →zapatos
shoes
A piece of footwear used to protect and comfort the human foot while doing various activities.
Example sentences with zapatos →zoología
zoology
Zoology is a branch of biology that involves the study of animals, including their physiology, classification, distribution, and behavior. Zoologists research everything from the structure and function of the animal body, to the behavior of animals in their natural habitats.
Example sentences with zoología →zorro
fox
Foxes are small-to-medium-sized, carnivores mammals, belonging to several genera of the family Canidae. They have a flattened skull, upright triangular ears, a pointed, slightly upturned snout, and a long bushy tail (or brush).
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