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"Back" in Spanish: espalda
la espalda
Back is la espalda (ehs-PAHL-dah). It is feminine. A backache is dolor de espalda. Say Me duele la espalda after sitting too long.
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How to pronounce espalda
Say it
ehs-PAHL-dah
/es.ˈpal.ða/
ehs-PAHL-dah. Stress PAHL.
"Back" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la espalda | back Body part. | Body part. |
| dolor de espalda | backache Common symptom. | Common symptom. |
| me duele la espalda | my back hurts Pain phrase. | Pain phrase. |
| de espaldas | with one's back turned Facing away. | Facing away. |
How to use espalda in real life
- 1Office
Me duele la espalda por la silla.
My back hurts because of the chair.
Pain with espalda.
- 2Pharmacy
Busco algo para el dolor de espalda.
I'm looking for something for backache.
Dolor de espalda fixed.
- 3Stretch
Estira la espalda despacio.
Stretch your back slowly.
Instruction with espalda.
Mistakes English speakers make with espalda
Incorrect: El espalda duele.
Correct: La espalda duele. / Me duele la espalda.
Espalda is feminine: la espalda.
Incorrect: Tengo back pain.
Correct: Tengo dolor de espalda.
Say dolor de espalda.
Good to know
Good to knowOffice workers mention dolor de espalda often. People stretch la espalda and change chairs before talking about serious pain.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
After a long desk day
ChatPal
¿Te duele la espalda otra vez?
Does your back hurt again?
You
Sí. La espalda está rígida.
Yes. My back is stiff.
ChatPal
Levántate y camina cinco minutos.
Stand up and walk five minutes.
You
Voy. Gracias.
I'm going. Thanks.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Back" in Spanish
Is espalda masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la espalda, mi espalda.
How do I say backache?
Dolor de espalda.
How do I say my back hurts?
Me duele la espalda.
How do you pronounce espalda?
ehs-PAHL-dah, stress on PAHL.
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