torre
/ˈtore/feminine
The English word "tower" translates to Spanish as torre. Wiktionary also lists crochel and burche.
Meaning: tall, narrow structure (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| torre | /ˈtore/ | feminine |
| crochel | /kɾot͡ʃel/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| burche | /buɾt͡ʃe/ (from spelling rules) | feminine |
The term refers to a tall, narrow structure. While torre is the standard word, other forms like crochel or burche may appear in specific contexts and almenara is an alternative word for "tower" that historically refers to watchtowers used for surveillance along the coast.
Which one should you use?
crochel and burche are also used to mean tower, though they are masculine and feminine respectively. almenara is a specific type of tower used for watching or surveillance.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain Spanish regions, particularly in Spain, almenara is an alternative word for "tower" that historically refers to watchtowers used for surveillance along the coast.
How does it change in a sentence?
torre and burche are feminine nouns, while crochel is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈtore/
Did you know?
- In architectural terms, the word torre can be used to describe the shape of a flame, such as a 'tower of fire'.
- The specific term almenara was used for coastal watchtowers to alert towns of pirate raids via smoke or fire.
- The Spanish word torre shares a common ancestor with the English word 'tower', both descending from the Greek word túrrhis.
Examples in context
- Un rayo impactó la torre.Lightning struck the tower.This sentence shows the use of torre regarding lightning strikes.Tatoeba #1358478 by marcelostockle, translation #325159 by CK
- Un rayo cayó en esa torre.Lightning hit that tower.This sentence shows how to use torre when describing lightning hitting a structure.Tatoeba #1322443 by Shishir, translation #1076317 by CK
- La torre va a derrumbarse.The tower is going to collapse.This sentence demonstrates the use of torre when discussing a building about to collapse.Tatoeba #9842068 by ecorralest101, translation #44767 by CK
- La Torre Eiffel es un símbolo icónico de París.The Eiffel Tower is an iconic symbol of Paris.
- La Torre de Babel es un relato antiguo de desunión y confusión.The Tower of Babel is an ancient tale of disunity and confusion.
- Este castillo tiene una torrecilla encantadora.This castle has a charming little tower.
- Desde la atalaya se podía ver el vasto paisaje.From the lookout tower, one could see the vast landscape.
- 55 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are visiting an old castle.
- AlejandroMira esa torre de piedra.Look at that stone tower.
- MaríaEs una torre muy alta.It is a very tall tower.
- Alejandro¿Podemos subir a la torre?Can we climb the tower?
- MaríaSí, la torre tiene escaleras.Yes, the tower has stairs.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “tower” translations and entries torre, 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 torre, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
