Synonyms for
Spanish
Definition
relating to Spain or its people or language.
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Common collocations
- Spanish language
- Spanish culture
- Spanish food
- Spanish literature
- Spanish Inquisition
- Spanish flu
- Spanish guitar
- Spanish omelette
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Usage note
Refers to people, language, or culture from Spain. Can also refer to things related to Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America, though 'Hispanic' is often preferred for that broader context.
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Example sentences
- My friend's grandmother is from Spain, she speaks Spanish.
- The Spanish soccer team won the championship.
- I love eating Spanish food like paella and churros.
- My aunt and uncle are planning to visit a Spanish island for their vacation.
- My school offers Spanish classes for students who want to learn a new language.
Quotes
The Spanish are a funny lot. They smoke like chimneys and drink like fish. - Unknown
The Spanish are a race of warriors with olive instead of oak leaves on their brows. - Ernest Hemingway
Spanish Proverb: He who would bring home the wealth of the Indies must carry the wealth of the Indies with him.