Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Palabra: word
palabra
Pronunciation: pah-LAH-brah (stress the capital letters)
Palabra means “word” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: word
- How to say it: pah-LAH-brah
- Gender: la palabra
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “palabra” means and how to use it
Palabra means “word.” It also means “promise” in the phrase “dar su palabra.”
Gender and plural
- Gender: la palabra (feminine)
- Plural: las palabras
Examples with audio
- No conozco esa palabra.I do not know that word.
- ¿Cómo se dice esta palabra en inglés?How do you say this word in English?
- Cumplo mi palabra.I keep my word.
Usage tip
Do not confuse palabra (word) with palabrota (a swear word) or “la palabra” as in speech: tiene la palabra (he has the floor).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “word” in Spanish?
“word” in Spanish is “palabra.” It is pronounced pah-LAH-brah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “palabra”?
Say pah-LAH-brah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “palabra” masculine or feminine?
Palabra is feminine: “la palabra.” The plural is “palabras.”
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