Mulán
/mulan/from spelling rules
Mulán is the Spanish word for the name Mulan or the term warrior.
This term is used as a proper noun to refer to the name Mulan or specific locations associated with the name. It can also be used to refer to a warrior.
Meaning: warrior, locations (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/mulan/
Did you know?
- While Mulán refers to the legendary figure, a general 'warrior' is guerrero, a word that shares the same root as the English word 'guerrilla'.
- Because Mulán is an imported name, Spanish speakers use the acute accent on the á to prevent the word from sounding like it has a stress on the first syllable, which is the default rule for words ending in n.
- Because Mulán is a foreign name, Spanish speakers often treat it as an exception to standard noun gender rules, though it is usually treated as feminine.
Examples in context
- ¿Vamos a ver la nueva película de Mulán?Shall we go watch the new Mulán movie?
- Ella es una guerrera como Mulán.She is a warrior like Mulán.
- Me gusta mucho la película de Mulán.I really like the movie Mulán.
- El personaje de Mulán es muy valiente.The character of Mulán is very brave.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing animated films at home.
- Sofía¿Has visto la película de Mulán?Have you seen the movie Mulán?
- DanielSí, es una gran historia de una guerrera.Yes, it is a great story of a warrior.
- SofíaA mí me encanta su valentía.I love her bravery.
- DanielEs un personaje muy inspirador.She is a very inspiring character.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
