Orión
/oˈɾjon/
The English phrase Orion is translated into Spanish as Orión.
Orión is the name of the constellation Orion.
Meaning: constellation (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to the constellation in Spanish, you typically use the preposition de to link the name to the noun constelación, forming the phrase la constelación de Orión.
How do you pronounce it?
/oˈɾjon/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the three stars of Orión's belt are colloquially known as Las Tres Marías, which translates to 'The Three Marys'.
- The name Orión traces back to the Akkadian Uru-anna, a term meaning 'heaven's light', connecting the Spanish name to ancient Mesopotamian star lore.
- In Spanish-language literature, the constellation is frequently personified through the name Orión to represent a hunter guarding the winter sky.
Examples in context
- Vi la constelación de Orión.I saw the constellation of Orion.This sentence is useful for saying that you saw the constellation Orión.Tatoeba #13681930 by Seael, translation #13681923 by mervert1
- Orión es una de las constelaciones más fáciles de reconocer.Orion is one of the easiest constellations to recognise.This sentence is useful for stating that Orión is one of the easiest constellations to recognise.Tatoeba #13782357 by mervert1, translation #8836781 by sundown
- Hoy pudimos observar a Orión en el cielo nocturno. ¡Era impresionante!Today we were able to observe Orion in the night sky. It was breathtaking!
- ¿Sabías que Orión es una de las constelaciones más conocidas del hemisferio norte?Did you know that Orion is one of the most well-known constellations in the northern hemisphere?
- Busca a Orión en el cielo nocturno.Look for Orion in the night sky.
Example conversation
A couple is stargazing on a balcony.
- Alejandro¿Puedes ver a Orión allá arriba?Can you see Orion up there?
- ElenaSí, es muy brillante esta noche.Yes, it is very bright tonight.
- AlejandroMe encanta observar las estrellas contigo.I love stargazing with you.
- ElenaA mí también, Alejandro.Me too, Alejandro.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “orion” translations and entries Orión, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Orión, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
