hashtag
/ˈxaʃtaɡ/masculine
The Spanish word for hashtag is hashtag. Wiktionary also lists etiqueta and almohadilla.
Meaning: a tag with a hash sign (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| hashtag | /ˈxaʃtaɡ/ | masculine |
| etiqueta | /etiˈketa/ | feminine |
| almohadilla | /almoaˈdiʝa/ | feminine |
In casual digital conversations, the anglicism hashtag is the most common way to refer to the social media feature.
Which one should you use?
hashtag refers to the social media concept, whereas almohadilla refers specifically to the character itself (the hash sign or pound sign). etiqueta is a more general term for a 'tag' and is often used as a translation for 'hashtag' in more formal or traditional Spanish contexts.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, such as Mexico and Argentina, it is common to use the English term hashtag itself.
How does it change in a sentence?
hashtag is a masculine noun. etiqueta and almohadilla are both feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈxaʃtaɡ/.
Did you know?
- The Spanish word almohadilla literally means 'little pillow'. This is because the hash symbol looks like a tufted cushion or pillow to Spanish speakers.
- In Spanish, etiqueta is used for both a digital 'hashtag' and a physical 'label' on clothing, as well as the social concept of 'etiquette'.
- While hashtag and etiqueta are common, some Spanish speakers refer to the symbol as numeral when talking about phone numbers or documents.
Examples in context
- No puedo encontrar el hashtag correcto.I cannot find the correct hashtag.
- Ese hashtag es muy popular en Instagram.That hashtag is very popular on Instagram.
- Debes añadir un hashtag a tu publicación.You must add a hashtag to your post.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a social media post.
- Elena¿Viste mi nueva foto?Did you see my new photo?
- DanielSí, pero olvidaste poner un hashtag.Yes, but you forgot to put a hashtag.
- ElenaTienes razón, ¿cuál me sugieres?You are right, which one do you suggest?
- DanielUsa este hashtag para que sea viral.Use this hashtag so it goes viral.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hashtag” translations and entries hashtag, etiqueta, almohadilla, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries almohadilla, etiqueta, hashtag, CC BY-SA 4.0.
