moluscos
/moluskos/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'molluscs' is translated into Spanish as moluscos.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the term caracolillos may be used to refer to small snails.
How do you pronounce it?
/moluskos/
Did you know?
- The Spanish word navaja is used for a type of razor clam, which is a mollusc, but literally translates to 'pocket knife'.
- While moluscos is the scientific term, in a culinary context in Spain, you will often see marisco used as a broad category that includes all molluscs and crustaceans.
- The word caracol refers specifically to a snail, but it is also the common name for a spiral-shaped seashell used in jewelry or decoration.
Examples in context
- Los moluscos son una clase de animales invertebrados, como los caracoles, almejas, pulpos y calamares.Molluscs are a class of invertebrate animals, such as snails, clams, octopuses, and squid.
- ¡Me encantan los mariscos! Sobre todo los mejillones y los calamares.I love shellfish! Especially mussels and squid.
- Hay muchos moluscos en este arrecife.There are many molluscs in this reef.
- Los moluscos son fáciles de cultivar.Molluscs are easy to farm.
- El museo tiene una colección de moluscos.The museum has a collection of molluscs.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are at a seafood market.
- Daniel¿Venden moluscos frescos aquí?Do you sell fresh molluscs here?
- ElenaSí, tenemos una gran variedad.Yes, we have a great variety.
- DanielMe encantan los moluscos para la cena.I love molluscs for dinner.
- ElenaEntonces, estos son perfectos para ti.Then, these are perfect for you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
