Words with Multiple Spanish Translations
Common English Words and Their Spanish Variants
The following table highlights English words that have more than one translation in Spanish, showcasing the diversity and richness of the language.
| English | Spanish 1 | Spanish 2 | Spanish 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car | Coche | Auto | Carro |
| Pen | Bolígrafo | Pluma | |
| Bus | Autobús | Ómnibus | Camión |
| Computer | Computadora | Ordenador | |
| Cell Phone | Celular | Móvil | Teléfono |
| Glasses | Gafas | Lentes | Anteojos |
| Wallet | Cartera | Billetera | Monedero |
| Jacket | Chaqueta | Campera | Chamarra |
| Potato | Patata | Papa | |
| Ball | Pelota | Balón | Bola |
| Apartment | Apartamento | Departamento | |
| Brown | Marrón | Café | Pardo |
| Bright | Brillante | Luminoso | Vivo |
| Angry | Enojado | Furioso | Irritado |
| Happy | Feliz | Contento | Alegre |
| Pool | Piscina | Alberca | Pileta |
| Room | Habitación | Cuarto | Sala |
| Tire | Neumático | Llanta | Rueda |
| Bus Driver | Conductor | Chofer | |
| Bacon | Tocino | Panceta | Beicon |
| Sandwich | Sándwich | Emparedado | Bocadillo |
| Ticket | Billete | Boleto | Entrada |
| Skirt | Falda | Pollera | |
| Orange (Color) | Naranja | Anaranjado | |
| Sweater | Suéter | Jersey | Chompa |
| T-Shirt | Camiseta | Playera | Polera |
| Banana | Banano | Plátano | |
| Cup | Taza | Vaso | Copa |
| Truck | Camión | Troca |
Notes
- Regional Variations: Many of these words change based on the country or region in which they are used. For example, "coche" is common in Spain, while "carro" is more prevalent in Latin America.
- Context: Some words may have different meanings or be more appropriate in specific contexts. For instance, “ordenador” is typically used in Spain, while “computadora” is more common in Latin America.
- Synonyms: The third column often represents less common synonyms or regional variations that might not be used universally but are understood in certain areas.