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"Dolphin" in Spanish: delfín
el delfín
A dolphin is el delfín (del-FEEN). It is masculine. Keep the accent: delfín. Plural is los delfines.
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How to pronounce delfín
Say it
del-FEEN
/delˈfin/
del-FEEN. Stress FEEN. Written accent on í. Say delfín, not English dolphin.
"Dolphin" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el delfín | the dolphin Default. | Default. |
| los delfines | the dolphins Plural. | Plural. |
| un delfín | a dolphin Indefinite. | Indefinite. |
| ver delfines | to see dolphins Boat and coast talk. | Boat and coast talk. |
How to use delfín in real life
- 1On a boat
¡Mira, un delfín!
Look, a dolphin!
Un delfín.
- 2Coast tour
Vimos delfines esta mañana.
We saw dolphins this morning.
Delfines plural.
- 3Kids' book
El delfín salta del agua.
The dolphin jumps out of the water.
El delfín.
Mistakes English speakers make with delfín
Incorrect: La delfín es inteligente.
Correct: El delfín es inteligente.
Delfín is masculine: el delfín.
Incorrect: Vi un delfin.
Correct: Vi un delfín.
Write the accent: delfín.
Good to know
Good to knowCoast tours often promise delfines. Boat crews shout when a delfín appears. Always write the accent on delfín.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
On a coastal boat
ChatPal
¡Allá va un delfín!
There goes a dolphin!
You
¡Qué lindo el delfín!
How cute the dolphin is!
ChatPal
Hay dos más atrás.
There are two more behind.
You
Saco una foto.
I'll take a photo.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Dolphin" in Spanish
Is delfín masculine?
Yes: el delfín, los delfines.
Why the accent on delfín?
Stress is on FEEN, so Spanish writes í.
How do you pronounce delfín?
del-FEEN with stress on FEEN.
What is the plural?
Los delfines.
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