Lamborghini
/lamboɾɡini/from spelling rules
The Spanish word for lamborghini is Lamborghini.
Meaning: Car (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the shortened version Lambo is used in informal conversations.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a masculine noun, Lamborghini is preceded by the masculine indefinite article un.
How do you pronounce it?
/lamboɾɡini/
Did you know?
- While Lamborghini is a proper noun, Spanish speakers often use it as a generic synonym for any ultra-luxury supercar regardless of the actual brand.
- When listening to Reggaeton, you will often hear 'el Lambo' used in a way that functions similarly to the English word 'beast' or 'machine'.
- Because it is a foreign brand name, the pluralization 'los Lamborghinis' is common in casual Spanish, even though it breaks traditional grammatical rules for foreign loanwords.
Examples in context
- Ayer vi un Lamborghini impresionante en la calle.Yesterday, I saw an impressive Lamborghini on the street.
- ¡Me encanta el Lambo que tiene tu amigo!I love your friend's Lambo!
- En la exposición de coches, había varios Lamborginis que llamaron la atención del público.At the car exhibition, there were several Lamborghinis that caught the public's attention.
- Ese Lamborghini es de color rojo.That Lamborghini is red.
- Él sueña con tener un Lamborghini.He dreams of having a Lamborghini.
- El Lamborghini es un coche muy rápido.The Lamborghini is a very fast car.
Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are walking down a street in a city.
- Sofía¡Javier, mira aquel Lamborghini!Javier, look at that Lamborghini!
- JavierEs increíble, me encanta el color.It's incredible, I love the color.
- SofíaEs el Lamborghini más bonito que he visto.It is the most beautiful Lamborghini I have seen.
- JavierAlgún día tendré uno igual.One day I will have one just like it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
