Match the english word to the spanish word

The majority of schools in the United States require its students to learn a second language as part of the curriculum. High school students are often given the option in what second language they’d like to learn and it was once thought of as an elective to round out an individual’s education. Yet, times have certainly changed in recent years and it seems like there are some second languages that are seen as more than just an elective or something to learn for fun. The amount of Spanish-speaking individuals has increased greatly in recent years in the United States and more and more people are seeing that the world has started to change to accommodate towards the Spanish language. Various stores across the United States make sure to announce statements over the loudspeakers in both English and Spanish, customer service lines continue to offer a Spanish-speaking representative and there are even commercials that run solely in the Spanish language.

While there are some people that opted to take Spanish as a second language in school and made sure to keep up with it to become fluent in the language, there are others that can’t seem to remember what they once learned during a Spanish course. Yet, not everyone has learned their Spanish through an academic course since it’s easy to pick up a few key Spanish words in this ever-changing world.

What is the translation of “Hola” in English?

Hello

Today

Later

Goodbye

This is one of the very first Spanish words that anyone will learn, whether it’s just casually picking up a few words in passing or taking a Spanish language class in school. Because the first letter is silent, there are some people that can be a little confused when they see the word in writing. Yet, it is simple enough for anyone that has a rudimentary understanding of the Spanish language in any capacity. What is the translation of “Hola” in English?

What is the translation of “Agua” in English?

Droplet

Water

Clear

Ocean

This word is another Spanish word that is thought of as rudimentary for anyone that has embarked on learning this second language. Yet, it’s not just a word that would be implemented in a vocabulary test during a Spanish class exam at school. Because it refers to a particular drink, many people can start to recognize it when they’re around others that speak the Spanish language. Yet, it can sometimes be a bit confusing to remember what it refers to in regards to different drinks. What is the translation of “Agua” in English?

What is the translation of “Uno” in English?

Ball Game

Sports

One

Home

There are some Spanish words that are actually quite familiar to those that may not even speak Spanish. When seeing this word in print or hearing it spoken, some people can instantly make the correlation to the infamous card game by the same name. This card game isn’t thought of as particularly Spanish since it’s a beloved game that is played all over the world. Yet, the card game actually gives a hint at the meaning. What is the translation of “Uno” in English?

What is the translation of “Gracias” in English?

You’re welcome

Thank you

Good

Come in

This is another word that is thought of as part of the basic vocabulary list that should be known for anyone trying to familiarize themselves with the Spanish language. Yet, it’s also a word that is often tossed around a lot when speaking to those in the Spanish language. Some people can get a tad surprised at the pronunciation of the word since the ‘c’ is not a hard ‘c’ and has the sound of an ‘s.’ What is the translation of “Gracias” in English?

What is the translation of “Amigo” in English?

Neighbor

Friend

Dog

Baby

This is one of the most recognized words in the Spanish language and it’s often said by those that don’t even speak Spanish fluently. It’s thrown around frequently and has even been depicted on various television commercials since it is so widely recognized. For those that don’t immediately recognize this word, a great hint at the meaning in English is that it is a word that is meant for a close relationship. What is the translation of “Amigo” in English?

What is the translation of “Amor” in English?

Always

Love

Never

To have

This is a word that isn’t always immediately recognizable by those that aren’t exactly fluent in the Spanish language. For those that have picked up a few words in Spanish, it’s usually greeting words and utilitarian words that seem to stick in a person’s memory. Yet, this word is actually used quite a lot. A great hint at its meaning is the fact that it’s used in a number of memorable Spanish crossover songs. What is the translation of “Amor” in English?

What is the translation of “Casa” in English?

Money

House

Colorful

Up

While there are some Spanish words that can be easily deciphered because of how closely it sounds like a similar English word, that isn’t exactly the case for this particular word. Yet, that doesn’t mean that it is truly that difficult to decipher since it has been used a number of times in various television shows and films. Even for those that don’t fluently speak Spanish, the phrase «Mi casa es su casa,» is undoubtedly familiar. What is the translation of “Casa” in English?

What is the translation of “Dos” in English?

Heart

Two

Eight

Finger

This particular Spanish word is pronounced with a hard ‘o’ sound and is not very difficult to pronounce as a single syllable word. It’s actually used quite frequently since it’s a number and is often one of the first words that people learn when taking a Spanish class. While greeting words are often the first to be learned when taking a Spanish course, part of the vocabulary list will undoubtedly contain numbers up to 10. What is the translation of “Dos” in English?

What is the translation of “Bueno” in English?

TV Show

Friends

Handsome

Good

There are some words in the Spanish language that tend to pull double duty in its meaning. The same can be said for a number of English words since it’s easy to give someone a «present» in the «present.» In this particular case, the word «Bueno» can be used as a slang part of a dialect, which is separate from its regular meaning. Some people say it as a term used in conversation, especially when on the telephone. What is the translation of “Bueno” in English?

What is the translation of “Nombre” in English?

Name

Number

Name Tag

Introduction

There are a number of Spanish words that consist of different parts of actual English words, which can be utterly confusing when trying to translate. This particular Spanish word can be a bit confusing, especially for those that aren’t very familiar with the Spanish language. Yet, it is actually used quite frequently because of the importance of its meaning. This is certainly a word that would be high up on the vocabulary list when taking a Spanish course. What is the translation of “Nombre” in English?

What is the translation of “Coche” in English?

Batman

Car

Casket

Wheel

Because the Spanish language follows a completely different set of rules than the English language, there are some words that can be difficult to pronounce for those that aren’t familiar with some of the guidelines in the Spanish language. For this particular word, the ‘e’ is not silent like it usually is in the English language. This can give some people a bit of a hard time but remembering this guideline can be helpful in learning the language. What is the translation of “Coche” in English?

What is the translation of “Gato” in English?

Duck

Mouse

Tv Show

Cat

When people are first learning the Spanish language, there is often a set of vocabulary words that is needed in order to get by with casual conversation. As people start to increase their vocabulary in the Spanish language, there are other words that can help people to branch out in what they are able to talk about when speaking in Spanish. «Gato» is a word that refers to a particular animal and is often known to those that aren’t fluent in Spanish. What is the translation of “Gato” in English?

What is the translation of “Perro” in English?

Spots

Mystery

Collar

Dog

The double ‘r’ in the Spanish language can be a little tricky for some people to understand since it doesn’t have the stereotypical sound of an ‘r’ in the English language. It requires the individual to roll their ‘r’ sound, which isn’t easy for everyone to do. It also makes it a bit tricky since keeping the word with a single ‘r’ gives it a completely different meaning in the Spanish language. What is the translation of “Perro” in English?

What is the translation of “Cabeza” in English?

Head

Nose

Hair

Hat

When trying to get a baby to start speaking, it’s imperative to introduce them to different words and their corresponding sounds repeatedly. Once parents hear their child’s very first word, it seems like they’re thrown into a frenzy to get them to start stringing words together and say their first sentence. A great way to help them along is by teaching them the words for the different parts of the body, which is also a great way to learn a new language. What is the translation of “Cabeza” in English?

What is the translation of “Puerta” in English?

Flowers

Window

Home

Door

While there are some words in the Spanish language that are pretty straight forward in how to pronounce it, there are others that can be a tad trickier for people unfamiliar with the dialect to pronounce. In this particular case, some people can get a little hung up on how the ‘r’ sound coincides with the ‘t’ sound. There is a bit of breathiness in how it’s pronounced, which helps with how authentic it sounds when spoken. What is the translation of “Puerta” in English?

What is the translation of “Jefe” in English?

Employee

Boss

Man

Jeff

While there are some letter sounds in the Spanish language that coincide perfectly with the same letter sounds in the English language, there are other letter sounds that can be a tad trickier. In the case of the word, «Jefe,» the ‘j’ is pronounced with the ‘h’ sound in the English language. People can sometimes get a bit hung up on the ‘e’ sounds in this particular word but once spoken, it’s often oddly familiar. What is the translation of “Jefe” in English?

What is the translation of “Corazón” in English?

Fingers

Fire

Heart

Beach

Not all words in the Spanish language have an accent mark included in the word but those that include these marks have a distinct form of pronunciation. The last syllable of the word is the part of the word that is accented and is the correct way to pronounce it in Spanish. The ‘r’ letter is a hard sound that is more like the letter ‘d’ sound in the English language, rather than the ‘r’ sound. What is the translation of “Corazón” in English?

What is the translation of “Siempre” in English?

Sometimes

Commitment

Rings

Always

When learning the Spanish language, it’s not just memorizing vocabulary words that makes an individual fluent in the language. It’s imperative to practice listening to and speaking the words that have been studied in order to place them in the right context and understand their meaning. For this particular word, people can get a little hung up on it because of how it sounds when spoken. This is especially true because of the word containing, ‘si,’ which is a completely different word in Spanish. What is the translation of “Siempre” in English?

What is the translation of “Trabajo” in English?

Co Workers

Desk

Television

Job

This is another Spanish word with a bit of a tricky pronunciation since the ‘r’ sound is more similar to the ‘d’ sound in the English language. Pairing it right next to a hard ‘t’ sound can be tricky for those that aren’t familiar with the Spanish language. The ‘j’ sound is also replaced with the ‘h’ sound in the English language. Despite its trickiness in pronunciation, this is a word that is surprisingly used quite frequently. What is the translation of “Trabajo” in English?

What is the translation of “Caliente” in English?

Calm

Guy

Host

Hot

This is a word in the Spanish language that is often used in a wide variety of different situations. Yet, it’s interesting that the meaning of the word is very similar to how the word is used in a wide variety in the English language as well. The pronunciation is far more straightforward than some of the other more complicated words in the Spanish language, apart from the ‘e’ sound at the very end of the word. What is the translation of “Caliente” in English?

What is the translation of “Hermano” in English?

Vampires

Brother

Hunters

Mystery

This Spanish word is still thought of as quite simple, in regards to when and how it would be taught in a Spanish course, but that doesn’t mean that it’s one of the easiest words to learn. One of the fundamental aspects of learning a new language is to learn certain words for describing family members, which is related to this specific word. Yet, the pronunciation is a bit tough because of the silent ‘h’ sound. What is the translation of “Hermano” in English?

What is the translation of “Abogado” in English?

Police Officer

Judge

Lawyer

Vigilante

When learning the Spanish language, there seems to be some words that are pretty straightforward to learn and others that are a tad trickier. Yet, there are some words that are actually quite fun to say and not just because of its corresponding meaning. This particular word has a bit of a flow to it in pronouncing it, even though there may not be much opportunity to use it in regular conversation. What is the translation of “Abogado” in English?

What is the translation of “Tía” in English?

Cousin

Witch

Aunt

Sister

This is another word in the Spanish language that refers to a family member. While it’s not a word that people might hear often in regular conversation, it is a word that every Spanish language student will undoubtedly have to learn in order to fulfill their course. Understanding different words for coordinating family members is a key part of learning the Spanish language and it’s often used for more than just blood relatives. What is the translation of “Tía” in English?

What is the translation of “Mesa” in English?

Wood

Table

Mixture

Chair

When learning the Spanish language, there are mandatory words that everyone seems to learn. While it’s important to learn greeting words, numbers and family members, there are other utilitarian words that are equally as important. This particular word is actually quite simple to say and it’s something that is a Spanish word without much flair. Yet, it can come in handy for those that need to use it in a Spanish sentence. What is the translation of “Mesa” in English?

What is the translation of “Silla” in English?

Cup

Table

Chair

Restaurant

While there are some letters in the Spanish language that directly translate to the same corresponding sound in the English language, there are others that are completely different. For instance, there is no double ‘l’ in the English language. In the Spanish language, the double ‘l’ makes the sound of a ‘y’ in the English language. This can cause people to get a bit hung up on how to pronounce this word. What is the translation of “Silla” in English?

What is the translation of “Lápiz” in English?

Marker

Pen

Crayon

Pencil

The Spanish word, “Lápiz,» can be a bit tricky for some people that aren’t absolutely fluent in the Spanish language. The use of the accent mark and the placement of the mark can be a tad confusing for some, which makes it difficult to remember when it comes to the meaning of the word. Yet, the meaning of the word is something that is often used in a school setting and is often one of the first words to learn in a Spanish class. What is the translation of “Lápiz” in English?

What is the translation of “Mejor” in English?

Mayor

Better

Minor

Major

This is another word in the Spanish language that can be a tad tricky in pronouncing. The end sound of the letter ‘r’ is meant to have a bit of a roll to the pronunciation, which can be a bit difficult for some. The ‘j’ sound is replaced with an ‘h’ sound and the ‘e’ sounds a bit more like a hard ‘a’ sound in the English language. Yet, this word has a meaning that makes it extremely useful in regular conversation. What is the translation of “Mejor” in English?

What is the translation of “Hombre” in English?

Honor

Actor

Pit

Man

There are a few words in the Spanish language that sound very similar to other words, which can make it extremely difficult to memorize in regards to the meaning. In this particular case, «Hombre» can sound quite similar to the other Spanish word, «Hambre.» These two words may sound similar and have a similar spelling but they have two completely different meanings. It’s important to emphasize the middle vowel sound in order to avoid confusion. What is the translation of “Hombre” in English?

What is the translation of “Comida” in English?

Fork

Spaghetti

Knife

Food

This particular word in the Spanish language comes in quite handy when trying to get a meal, talk about daily meals, or even just hold up regular dinner conversation in Spanish. Yet, it’s important to remember just what the exact meaning is of the word, before speaking it in a Spanish-speaking environment. While the pronunciation is pretty straightforward, some people can get it confused with some of the other words used for dinner conversation. What is the translation of “Comida” in English?

What is the translation of “Embarazada” in English?

Embarrassed

Pregnant

Mother

Late

There are some words in the Spanish language that are very similar to other words in the English language. Many people fall into the bad habit of becoming dependent on this when trying to learn the Spanish language. Adding an ‘o’ at the end of an English word doesn’t necessarily turn it into Spanish and some words that may sound similar to other known words in the English language may have completely different meanings. What is the translation of “Embarazada” in English?

What is the translation of “Tarde” in English?

Late

Trade

Time

Tan

The beginning of this Spanish word is pretty straightforward in pronouncing but it’s important to give an accent to the final ‘e’ letter in the word. People often get hung up on this since the final ‘e’ in many English words have a tendency to be silent. The guideline is a bit different in the Spanish language and it’s important to remember that with this particular Spanish word, despite the fact that there isn’t an accent mark. What is the translation of “Tarde” in English?

What is the translation of “Desayuno” in English?

Lunch

Breakfast

Snack

Dinner

While people often use the word «Comida» when referring the generic food word, that doesn’t mean that it is the only word that is used when speaking about eating. Each meal has its own coordinating word, just as in the English language. This particular Spanish word is pretty straightforward when it comes to the pronunciation but people can often get a bit confused in the actual meaning. «Desa» is the Spanish word for village but that isn’t related to this particular word. What is the translation of “Desayuno” in English?

What is the translation of “Papel” in English?

Pen

Paper

Marker

Pencil

When it comes to translating Spanish words to English words, people can get a little stuck because of all the confusing and conflicting examples in the guidelines. There are some words in Spanish that sound almost identical to their English counterpart with the exact same meaning. Yet, there are other words in the Spanish language that sound the same as other English words but have completely different meanings. That is why people can overthink some of the words and their corresponding meanings. What is the translation of “Papel” in English?

What is the translation of “Basura” in English?

Street

Oscar

Green

Garbage

This is another word in the Spanish language that has an ‘r’ sound that is closer to the ‘d’ sound in the English language. Yet, that isn’t the trickiest part of pronouncing the word since it’s typically the ‘u’ sound that seems to get people all hung up. Instead of it being pronounced with a soft ‘u’ sound, it is pronounced with more of a double ‘o’ sound and has a bit of an accent on the second syllable. What is the translation of “Basura” in English?

What is the translation of “Carta” in English?

Pencil

Cart

Correspondance

Letter

The Spanish language often has words that have a difference in the final vowel sound in order to account for the masculine or feminine form of the word. The final syllable for action words are also changed, which is a huge part of learning strategies to become fluent in the Spanish language. Yet, there are other words that are far more utilitarian and have an ending vowel sound that has nothing to do with tense or gender specificity. What is the translation of “Carta” in English?

What is the translation of “Tarjeta” in English?

Stop

Card

Decision

Sports

When it comes to learning a new language, there are some single syllable words that are quite easy to memorize. Some of the larger words can be a bit intimidating since not only can it be more difficult to memorize but they can also be a tad trickier to pronounce. This particular word might be a little difficult to pronounce because of the fact that the ‘j’ sound is replaced with the ‘h’ sound in the English language. What is the translation of “Tarjeta” in English?

What is the translation of “Bolso” in English?

Purse

Ball

One

Alone

There are some words in the Spanish language that seem almost self-explanatory in their meaning. Yet, there are other words that don’t always fall into regular conversation and can be a tad more difficult to memorize. A great trick in learning the Spanish language is to try and correlate the word with other corresponding words that may relat to it. This can help with triggering the memory of the word’s meaning since it can sound so much alike. What is the translation of “Bolso” in English?

What is the translation of “Avión” in English?

Sky

Plane

Fly

Travel

There are some words in the Spanish language that tend to sound extremely familiar but that doesn’t mean that it is the exact meaning of another word in the English language. In this particular case, people can sometimes correlate this word with water since it sounds so much like the word for a popular water brand in the English language. Yet, the accent mark and the beginning vowel sound is often a clear giveaway to its meaning. What is the translation of “Avión” in English?

What is the translation of “Ayer” in English?

Afternoon

Yesterday

Evening

Tomorrow

This is another Spanish word that can be a tad tricky because of the ending ‘r’ sound to the word. The pronunciation is far more like the hard ‘d’ sound in the English language rather than the ‘r’ sound. Other than that, the pronunciation should be pretty straightforward. There is a bit of flair towards the second syllable but it’s not that difficult to pronounce, even for those that aren’t exactly fluent in Spanish. What is the translation of “Ayer” in English?

What is the translation of “Años” in English?

Birthdays

Date

Cake

Years

The Spanish alphabet has some letters that are exactly the same as the letters in an English alphabet but not all of them translate completely. The ‘ñ’ letter has nothing that is remotely comparable in the English alphabet. This is a letter that is quite specific and it’s important to pronounce this appropriately for certain words that contain the ‘ñ’ letter. Once this is mastered, the pronunciation is pretty straightforward and the word is almost always instantly recognizable. What is the translation of “Años” in English?

What is the translation of “Baño” in English?

Bathroom

Living room

Front door

Bedroom

This is another Spanish word that contains the ‘ñ’ letter in its spelling and pronunciation. It’s crucial for those speaking this word or reading it, to ensure that the ‘ñ’ sound is appropriately used. This directly affects the meaning of the word. While there are some other words in the Spanish language that are hardly used, this is a word that will undoubtedly be learned and used in order to become fluent in Spanish. What is the translation of “Baño” in English?

What is the translation of “Meses” in English?

Minutes

Months

Monsters

Weeks

This is another word in the Spanish language that can be a tad tricky for those trying to learn Spanish since it sounds extremely familiar to another Spanish word. «Mesas» refers to multiple tables but that has nothing to do with the word, «Meses.» This Spanish word replaces the ‘a’ letter with an ‘e’ letter and completely transforms the meaning of the word when translate to the English language. Yet, it’s a word that is used quite often in conversation. What is the translation of “Meses” in English?

What is the translation of “Dinero” in English?

Money

Wallet

Cost

Rich

This is one of the most well-known words in the Spanish language and is often one of the words that even non-Spanish speaking individuals learn. One huge reason why this Spanish word has become so well-known to the public is the fact that it is referenced in a wide variety of television shows, films, and songs. The most recent usage is the multiple references in J. Lo’s hit single that states, «You Quiero Dinero.» What is the translation of “Dinero” in English?

What is the translation of “Mujer” in English?

Mother

Daughter

Woman

Actress

This is another Spanish word that sounds extremely similar to another Spanish word. The word «Mejor» refers to the best of something or the better of two things. Yet, that is a completely different meaning than that of «Mujer.» The ‘j’ letter is pronounced in the same manner since it is pronounced as the letter ‘h’ sound in the English language. This is a word that is used often in casual Spanish conversation. What is the translation of “Mujer” in English?

What is the translation of “Mañana” in English?

Sunrise

Tomorrow

Monotonous

Piramids

This Spanish word is a tad different from some of the other Spanish words containing the letter ‘ñ’ since it features a regular ‘n’ letter as well. It can be a tad confusing for some people that are new to the Spanish language since it’s extremely important to pronounce the ‘n’ and ‘ñ’ letter appropriately in order to convey the word to allow for the right meaning. While the word is used solo, it’s also in a number of well-known phrases. What is the translation of “Mañana” in English?

What is the translation of “Cerveza” in English?

Beer

Serving

Nightclub

Waitress

There are some Spanish words that are used in casual conversation and are great for teaching young high school students to get them to become fluent in the Spanish language, there are other words that are used commonly in real-world applications. This particular word is often used in correlation with going out with other adults and having a good time through night activities. Yet, it’s also a word that has been used in a number of television commercials. What is the translation of “Cerveza” in English?

What is the translation of “Caballo” in English?

Horse

riding

Mane

Carriage

This Spanish word features the double ‘l’ sound, which has the ‘y’ sound from the English language. This can make it a bit difficult to read when seeing the word in print, as well as a bit hard to pronounce. This is especially true for those that aren’t as familiar with reading and writing in Spanish, in comparison to their speaking abilities. While the meaning of the word may seem like it wouldn’t be used very frequently, it’s surprising how many people know its English translation. What is the translation of “Caballo” in English?

What is the translation of “Montaña” in English?

Meadow

City

Area

Mountain

This is another Spanish word with the ‘ñ’ letter in it but the spelling of the word can make many people feel like they instantly recognize it. The sound of the word’s pronunciation makes it seem like something ultra-familiar in the English language and it’s surprising how many people have a similar version of this word in their first or last name. From movie characters to baseball stars, this is a Spanish word that should be known. What is the translation of “Montaña” in English?

What is the translation of “Leche” in English?

Cow

Milk

Pasture

Juice

When learning the Spanish language, many people tend to focus on certain foods and drinks in order to ensure that they can order at their favorite Spanish restaurant or vacation at a place where it is predominantly Spanish-speaking. While many people tend to focus on generic words that say common food and meal meanings, it’s often important to delve into other words that give a more specific meaning to ensure the order comes through correctly. What is the translation of “Leche” in English?

What is the translation of “Azul” in English?

Bulma

Yellow

Blue

Purple

Another fundamental vocabulary list for learning the Spanish language is the colors of the rainbow. Just as young children are taught new vocabulary through simple things like foods, colors, and numbers, this is a great way to build an understanding of the Spanish language. While there are some Spanish words that sound similar to the English word for the corresponding color, there are others that are seen as a tad trickier in its translation. What is the translation of “Azul” in English?