How to Say “Dory” in Spanish

By Genevieve Amber • Updated October 6, 2026

Dory

/doɾi/from spelling rules

The Spanish word for a dory is Dory.

Dory is a noun used to refer to a specific type of boat.

Meaning: type of boat (noun)

How do you pronounce it?

/doɾi/

Did you know?

In some maritime contexts, the term dory is used as a loanword from English, reflecting the historical influence of North Atlantic fishing trade on Spanish vocabulary.
In many Spanish-speaking coastal regions, sailors might prefer using the local term bote or panga instead of the specific English-derived Dory for small, sturdy vessels.

Example conversation

Mateo and Lucía are at the harbor.

Mateo

Mira ese Dory blanco, Lucía.
Look at that white dory, Lucía.
Lucía

Es muy pequeño para nosotros.
It is too small for us.
Mateo

Pero es perfecto para la costa.
But it is perfect for the coast.
Lucía

Tienes razón, Mateo.
You are right, Mateo.

Sources

IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.

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Genevieve Amber

Hola! I'm Genevieve, a language enthusiast with a passion for Spanish. When I'm not penning comprehensive guides on all things Espanol, you can find me exploring the various dialects of Spanish or brushing up on my understanding of the formal and informal speech. From linguistics to cooking, and even making up stories about words, there's no part of the Spanish language I don't adore. My ultimate joy, however, is sharing that knowledge and passion with you, demystifying Spanish one phrase at a time. Relax and let's embark on this linguistic adventure together. ¡Vamos!

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