How to Say “Brace” in Spanish

By Tony Chase • Updated October 5, 2026

férula

/ˈfeɾula/

The Spanish word for brace is férula.

Férula is a formal term commonly used by medical professionals to refer to a brace.

Meaning: intransitive: to prepare for something bad (verb)

How do you pronounce it?

/ˈfeɾula/

Did you know?

While férula refers to a medical brace, Spanish speakers use the word brackets or aparatos when talking about dental braces.
The Latin root of férula originally referred to a type of fennel plant, which has a sturdy, reed-like stem.
In some Spanish-speaking regions, a makeshift brace or splint is colloquially called a estribo, which normally means 'stirrup'.

Examples in context

El doctor recomendó una férula para mi tobillo torcido
The doctor recommended a brace for my sprained ankle

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry férula, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries férula, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Tony Chase

Hola! I'm Tony, a deep lover of the beautiful Spanish language and a passionate writer. When I'm not sampling street food or playing table football, I'm busy putting pen to paper, sharing tips about Spanish translations and language nuances. From calling a puppy in Spanish to confessing "I love you", I strive to make language learning easier and fun. I also have a soft spot for dance parties and destination weddings. Through my guides, I hope you'll find joy in linguistic diversity. ¡Hasta luego!

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