jarra
/ˈxara/feminine
The Spanish word for pitcher is jarra. Wiktionary also lists pichel and pícher.
Meaning: A wide-mouthed, deep vessel for holding liquids (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| jarra | /ˈxara/ | feminine |
| pichel | /piˈt͡ʃel/ | masculine |
| pícher | /ˈpit͡ʃeɾ/ | US, masculine |
| pítcher | /pitt͡ʃeɾ/ (from spelling rules) | US, masculine |
A pitcher refers to a wide-mouthed, deep vessel used for holding liquids. The term jarra is the standard way to describe this object, though it can also be used to refer to a large mug or a jug.
Which one should you use?
While jarra is the standard term, pichel is a regional variant. In the United States, Spanish speakers often use the phonetic adaptations pícher or pítcher.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Pichel is used in certain regions, such as parts of Central America. Pícher and pítcher are characteristic of US Spanish.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word jarra is a feminine noun. Its plural form is las jarras.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈxara/
Did you know?
- The English word 'jar' and the Spanish jarra are actually linguistic cousins. Both words trace their ancestry back to the same Arabic word for an earthen container.
- The Spanish word jarra is a feminine noun, but the regional variant pichel is masculine, requiring a change in the accompanying articles and adjectives.
- In Spain, the word jarra is used to describe not only a pitcher but also the large, heavy mugs used for drinking beer or cider.
Examples in context
- Hágame el favor de poner una jarra con agua en mi cuarto.Please put a pitcher of water in my room.This sentence shows how to request a pitcher of water using jarra.Tatoeba #2267656 by cueyayotl, translation #2267655 by _undertoad
- Es una jarra para limonada.It's a lemonade pitcher.This sentence describes the purpose of the pitcher using jarra.Tatoeba #8668633 by ajje, translation #8668634 by ajje
- Te he traído una jarra nueva.I brought you a new pitcher.This sentence demonstrates using jarra to describe a new vessel.Tatoeba #8671960 by ajje, translation #8671961 by ajje
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are setting the table for lunch.
- MaríaAlejandro, ¿puedes traer la jarra de agua?Alejandro, can you bring the water pitcher?
- AlejandroSí, María, la traigo ahora mismo.Yes, María, I'll bring it right now.
- MaríaGracias, la jarra está casi llena.Thanks, the pitcher is almost full.
- AlejandroDe nada, ya la tengo aquí.You're welcome, I have it here now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “pitcher” translations and entries jarra, pichel, pícher, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries jarra, pichel, pícher, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
