Mazmorras y Dragones
/maθmoras i dɾaɡones/from spelling rules
The English phrase "dungeons and dragons" is translated into Spanish as Mazmorras y Dragones.
Mazmorras y Dragones is a literal translation of the tabletop role-playing game name. While this translated version is used, many Spanish-speaking gaming communities also use the original English name, "Dungeons & Dragons", when referring to the game.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a literal translation where mazmorras means "dungeons" and dragones means "dragons".
How do you pronounce it?
/maθmoras i dɾaɡones/
Did you know?
- The word dragones shares a root with the word draconiano, used in Spanish to describe laws or rules that are excessively harsh or severe.
- While mazmorras means 'dungeons', Spanish speakers often use the word calabozo when referring to a prison cell in a general context, making mazmorras feel more specific to fantasy settings.
- Spanish speakers often use the English acronym 'DnD' even when speaking entirely in Spanish, as the translated acronym MyD is rarely used and sounds unnatural to players.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their hobbies at a cafe.
- SofíaAlejandro, ¿conoces el juego de Mazmorras y Dragones?Alejandro, do you know the game Dungeons and Dragons?
- AlejandroSí, Sofía, jugué mucho cuando era niño.Yes, Sofia, I played it a lot when I was a child.
- SofíaPodrías enseñarme a jugar un día.You could teach me how to play one day.
- AlejandroClaro, organizamos una partida pronto.Of course, we'll organize a game soon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
