los Muppets
/los mubpets/from spelling rules
The English phrase "muppets" is translated into Spanish as los Muppets.
This phrase refers specifically to the characters from the puppet show created by Jim Henson.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, calling someone a títere does not refer to a puppet show but implies the person is a mindless tool being controlled by someone else.
- Spanish distinguishes between marioneta, which is typically a string puppet, and títere, a more general term that includes hand puppets like those in los Muppets.
- The Latin root of los, 'illōs', originally served as a demonstrative pronoun to point out a specific group of people or objects at a distance.
Examples in context
- Los Muppets son conocidos en todo el mundo por su humor y su creatividad.The Muppets are known worldwide for their humor and creativity.
- Los Teleñecos siempre me hacen reír con sus ocurrencias.The Muppets always make me laugh with their antics.
- ¿Dónde puedo comprar peluches de los Muppets?Where can I buy Muppets plushies?
- Los Muppets son muy divertidos.The Muppets are very funny.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are talking about a TV show.
- Alejandro¿Te gustan los Muppets?Do you like the Muppets?
- SofíaSí, me encantan los Muppets.Yes, I love the Muppets.
- AlejandroA mí también me parecen geniales.I think they are great too.
- SofíaSon los mejores personajes de la televisión.They are the best characters on television.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries los, CC BY-SA 4.0.
