mascota
/masˈkota/feminine
The English word 'mascot' is translated into Spanish as mascota.
The term refers to something used to symbolize a sports team or other group.
Meaning: something used to symbolize a sports team or other group (noun)
Which one should you use?
Unlike English, where 'mascot' and 'pet' are distinct words, the Spanish word mascota is used for both a group's symbol and a domestic animal (pet).
How does it change in a sentence?
mascota is a feminine noun and is preceded by the feminine article la to say 'the mascot'. The plural form of mascota is mascotas.
How do you pronounce it?
/masˈkota/
Did you know?
- The root of mascota can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word *maskwǭ, which relates to the idea of a mask.
- In Spanish, the term mascota is often used in a superstitious sense to describe a lucky charm or object that brings victory to a group.
- Calling a person your mascota can be offensive because it translates literally to calling them your 'pet'.
Examples in context
- Tux es la mascota de Linux.Tux is the mascot for Linux.This sentence shows how to use mascota to identify a symbol for an organization.Tatoeba #830814 by Shishir, translation #830810 by szaby78
- Este perro es nuestra mascota de regimiento.This dog is our regimental mascot.This sentence demonstrates using mascota in the context of a regimental symbol.Tatoeba #937813 by inmachan, translation #59426 by AlanF_US
- ¿Qué animal sería una mascota adecuada para Tatoeba?Which animal would be a fitting mascot for Tatoeba?This sentence shows how to use mascota when discussing a fitting symbol for a group.Tatoeba #10248397 by Seael, translation #10248391 by sundown
- El perro es la mascota oficial del equipo de fútbol.The dog is the official mascot of the soccer team.
- Nuestra mascota es el amuleto del equipo.Our mascot is the team's good luck charm.
- Nuestro elefante de peluche es el talismán del equipo.Our plush elephant is the team's mascot/talisman.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are watching a professional basketball game.
- Elena¡Mira! La mascota del equipo es muy graciosa.Look! The team mascot is very funny.
- AlejandroSí, me gusta mucho esa mascota.Yes, I really like that mascot.
- ElenaElena, ¿te imaginas ser la mascota?Elena, can you imagine being the mascot?
- AlejandroNo, Alejandro, yo prefiero jugar al baloncesto.No, Alejandro, I prefer to play basketball.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mascot” translations and entries mascota, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mascota, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
