Spaniard Meaning in English

word

US

ˈspænjɝd

SPAN-yerd

UK

ˈspænjəd

SPAN-yuhd

Definition

A Spaniard is a person from Spain, or someone of Spanish origin.

Usage & Nuances

'Spaniard' is a formal, somewhat old-fashioned noun. For gender, use 'Spanish man' or 'Spanish woman.' Do not confuse with the adjective 'Spanish.' Rarely used in everyday speech, except to specify nationality.

• Spanish: español - española
• Portuguese (BR): espanhol - espanhola
• Portuguese (PT): espanhol - espanhola
• Chinese (Simplified): 西班牙人
• Chinese (Traditional): 西班牙人
• Hindi: स्पेनवासी
• Arabic: إسباني
• Bengali: স্প্যানিয়ার্ড - স্পেনীয়
• Russian: испанец - испанка
• Japanese: スペイン人
• Vietnamese: người Tây Ban Nha
• Korean: 스페인인
• Turkish: İspanyol
• Urdu: ہسپانوی
• Indonesian: orang Spanyol

Example Sentences

A Spaniard is someone from Spain.

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The Spaniard speaks Spanish very well.

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I met a Spaniard on my trip to Madrid.

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He's a proud Spaniard who loves his culture.

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You can always spot a Spaniard by their lively conversations.

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The restaurant is owned by a Spaniard who makes amazing paella.

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