as
/ˈas/masculine
The English word 'ace' is translated into Spanish as as.
The noun as refers to an expert. When referring to a specific card, you can specify the suit by using the structure as de [suit], such as as de corazones for the ace of hearts. Idiomatically, the phrase un as en la manga is used in Spanish just as it is in English to describe a hidden advantage or resource.
Meaning: expert (noun)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈas/
Did you know?
- While as means expert, Spanish speakers often use the expression ser un hacha to describe someone with similar skills. This literally translates to 'being an axe', implying the person is sharp and efficient.
- The word as is a homonym for a specific form of the verb asar, which means 'to roast'. Depending on the context, a sentence could be describing a brilliant expert or the act of grilling meat.
- The word as comes from the Latin as, which was a small round piece of copper used as a unit of weight and currency in ancient Rome.
Examples in context
- Tengo el as de picas.I have the ace of spades.This sentence is useful for identifying the as of spades.Tatoeba #5837682 by albrusgher, translation #2528229 by CM
- Tengo el as de tréboles.I have the ace of clubs.This sentence is useful for identifying the as of clubs.Tatoeba #3527496 by cueyayotl, translation #2528234 by CK
- Tengo un as en la manga.I have an ace up my sleeve.This sentence demonstrates the idiomatic use of the as in the phrase 'an ace up one's sleeve'.Tatoeba #13613368 by Seael, translation #2948345 by AlanF_US
- Él es el as de las matemáticas.He is the ace of mathematics.
- ¡Qué crack eres en la guitarra!You are such an ace on the guitar!
- 16 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are talking about their coworker's computer skills.
- ElenaJavier es un as con las computadoras.Javier is an ace with computers.
- JavierGracias, Elena, pero aún estoy aprendiendo.Thanks, Elena, but I am still learning.
- ElenaNo digas eso, eres el as del equipo.Don't say that, you are the ace of the team.
- JavierEres muy amable, muchas gracias.You are very kind, thank you very much.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ace” translations and entries as, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries as, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
