Premio Nobel
/ˌpɾemjo noˈbel/masculine
The English phrase "nobel prize" is translated into Spanish as Premio Nobel.
Premio Nobel is a masculine noun used to refer to the international prize.
Meaning: international prize (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In most Latin American countries, Premio Nobel is used as a standard way to refer to the Nobel Prize.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Nobel is an invariable proper noun and does not take a plural form, even when the noun premios is pluralized (e.g., los premios Nobel). Additionally, Nobel functions as an adjective-like modifier and remains singular even if the noun premio is modified by other adjectives.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌpɾemjo noˈbel/
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly pluralize the word Nobel to Nobels in Spanish, but it should remain Nobel regardless of the number of prizes.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word premio can be used to describe a 'reward' given to a pet, such as a treat for a dog, rather than a formal trophy.
- While Premio Nobel is the official name, Spanish speakers often refer to the winners simply as los Nobel. In this context, the name of the prize becomes a noun for the person.
- The word premio is a linguistic doublet of the English word 'premium'. Both descend from the Latin praemium, meaning 'reward' or 'booty'.
Examples in context
- María ganó el premio Nobel.Mary won a Nobel prize.This sentence is useful for saying that Mary won a Nobel prize using Premio Nobel.Tatoeba #5022901 by don_ramon, translation #5012768 by Hybrid
- Albert Einstein recibió el Premio Nobel en 1921.Albert Einstein received the Nobel Prize in 1921.This sentence is useful for saying that Albert Einstein received the Nobel Prize in 1921 using Premio Nobel.Tatoeba #1059953 by hayastan, translation #8298038 by GuidoW
- Albert Einstein ganó el premio Nobel en el año 1921.Albert Einstein won the Nobel prize in the year 1921.This sentence is useful for saying that Albert Einstein won the Nobel prize in the year 1921 using Premio Nobel.Tatoeba #10522371 by JSKabylie, translation #13612803 by araneo
- Tengo el honor de recibir el Premio Nobel de Literatura.I have the honor of receiving the Nobel Prize in Literature.
- Desde pequeño, soñaba con ganar un Premio Nobel.Since I was a child, I dreamt of winning a Nobel Prize.
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Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are discussing current news in a cafe.
- Sofía¿Escuchaste sobre el nuevo Premio Nobel de literatura?Did you hear about the new Nobel Prize in literature?
- JavierNo, ¿quién ganó el Premio Nobel este año?No, who won the Nobel Prize this year?
- SofíaEs una escritora muy famosa de España.It is a very famous writer from Spain.
- Javier¡Qué increíble noticia para ella!What incredible news for her!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “nobel prize” translations and entries Premio Nobel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries premio, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
