Noun · A2 · Spanish glossary
Historia: history
historia
Pronunciation: ees-TOH-ryah (stress the capital letters)
Historia means “history” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: history; story
- How to say it: ees-TOH-ryah
- Gender: la historia
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “historia” means and how to use it
Historia means both “history” and “story.” The context tells you which one is meant.
Gender and plural
- Gender: la historia (feminine)
- Plural: las historias
Examples with audio
- Me gusta la historia de México.I like the history of Mexico.
- Mi abuelo cuenta historias divertidas.My grandfather tells funny stories.
- Esa película cuenta una historia triste.That movie tells a sad story.
Usage tip
For a short invented story, you can also say “cuento.” The verb “contar una historia” means “to tell a story.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “history” in Spanish?
“history” in Spanish is “historia.” It is pronounced ees-TOH-ryah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “historia”?
Say ees-TOH-ryah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “historia” masculine or feminine?
Historia is feminine: “la historia.” The plural is “historias.”
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