el Líbano
/el libano/from spelling rulesmasculine
Lebanon in Spanish is el Líbano.
el Líbano is the name used for the Lebanese Republic.
Meaning: Lebanese Republic (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The name is a masculine noun, which is why it is preceded by the masculine article el.
Did you know?
- The word Líbano shares a root with the word 'liban', an ancient term for the fragrant resin used in incense.
- The Spanish article el in el Líbano is a completely separate word from the Arabic definite article al- that sounds so similar. While they sound nearly identical, they are unrelated linguistic coincidences.
- The Spanish word Líbano is used in the Spanish Bible to refer to the legendary cedar forests mentioned in the Old Testament.
Examples in context
- El Líbano se llama "Lubnan" en árabe.Lebanon is called "Lubnan" in Arabic.This sentence is useful for noting the name of the country in Arabic when using el Líbano.Tatoeba #1844189 by hayastan, translation #1814645 by Amastan
- El Líbano es conocido por su historia y cultura rica.Lebanon is known for its rich history and culture.
- Mi amiga es de Chihuahua y dice que se llama Lebanón, no Líbano.My friend is from Chihuahua, and she says it's called "Lebanón," not "Líbano."
- El Líbano es un país muy hermoso.Lebanon is a very beautiful country.
- Tengo mucha curiosidad por visitar el Líbano.I am very curious to visit Lebanon.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing travel plans in a cafe.
- Sofía¿Alguna vez has estado en el Líbano, Alejandro?Have you ever been to Lebanon, Alejandro?
- AlejandroNo, pero me gustaría conocer el Líbano pronto.No, but I would like to get to know Lebanon soon.
- SofíaYo también quiero ir allí contigo.I want to go there with you too.
- AlejandroSería un viaje increíble para los dos.It would be an incredible trip for both of us.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “lebanon” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Líbano, el, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
