español
/espaˈɲol/
The English phrase 'spanish person' is translated into Spanish as español.
Depending on the context, it can also mean the Spanish language.
How does it change in a sentence?
Use española when referring specifically to a female person. For a group of Spanish men or a mixed-gender group, use the plural form españoles. If you are referring exclusively to a group of Spanish women, use españolas.
How do you pronounce it?
/espaˈɲol/
Did you know?
- The word español likely originates from the Punic word for 'coast of hyraxes'.
Examples in context
- Él es un español muy amableHe is a very kind Spanish person
- Ella es una española talentosaShe is a talented Spanish person
- La embajada está destinada a cualquier persona españolaThe embassy is intended for any Spanish person
- Él es un castellano muy simpáticoHe is a very friendly Spanish person
- La mujer es españolaThe woman is Spanish
- Los españoles son muy apasionadosSpanish people are very passionate
- Él es un español muy amable.He is a very kind Spanish person.
- Ese español conoce muy bien Madrid.That Spanish person knows Madrid very well.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are at a language meetup.
- Daniel¿Conoces a ese español de allá?Do you know that Spanish person over there?
- ElenaNo, pero parece simpático.No, but he seems nice.
- DanielVoy a saludarlo ahora.I am going to say hello to him now.
- Elena¡Buena suerte, Daniel!Good luck, Daniel!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry español, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries español, CC BY-SA 4.0.
