Pokémon
/pokemon/from spelling rules
The English phrase "pokemon" translates to Pokémon in Spanish.
Pokémon refers to the name of the media franchise featuring creatures that can be caught and trained for battle.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the term Pokémon is widely used both formally and informally.
How do you pronounce it?
/pokemon/
Did you know?
- While Pokémon is a brand name, Spanish fans often create playful verbs like pokemonizar to describe the act of turning something into a Pokémon.
- While the name is a Japanese-derived brand, Spanish speakers often apply the rule of 'naturalization' to it, pronouncing the accent on the last syllable as if it were a native Spanish word: po-ke-MÓN.
- In some Spanish-speaking communities, Pokémon has become a genericized trademark used to describe any small, collectible creature in other games or toys, regardless of the brand.
Examples in context
- Me encanta jugar a Pokémon Go todos los días.I love playing Pokémon Go every day.
- ¿Has atrapado algún Pokémon raro?Have you caught any rare Pokémon?
- Los Pokémon de agua son muy eficaces contra los Pokémon de fuego.Water Pokémon are very effective against Fire Pokémon.
- Vamos a intercambiar nuestros Pokémon para completar la Pokédex.Let's trade our Pokémon to complete the Pokédex.
- Estoy emocionado por el próximo torneo de Pokémon.I'm excited for the upcoming Pokémon tournament.
- Me encanta jugar a Pokémon.I love playing Pokémon.
- ¿Has visto el nuevo dibujo animado de Pokémon?Have you seen the new Pokémon cartoon?
- Compré un peluche de Pokémon ayer.I bought a Pokémon plushie yesterday.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about their hobbies at a cafe.
- Javier¿Quieres jugar a Pokémon conmigo?Do you want to play Pokémon with me?
- MaríaSí, me gusta mucho ese juego.Yes, I really like that game.
- JavierPerfecto, yo traigo la consola.Perfect, I'll bring the console.
- MaríaMuy bien, nos vemos luego.Very well, see you later.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
