Spanish · Body & Health
"Nose" in Spanish: nariz
la nariz
Nose is la nariz (nah-REES). It is feminine. A stuffy nose is nariz tapada. Point and say Me duele la nariz.
Cold
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How to pronounce nariz
Say it
nah-REES
/na.ˈɾis/
nah-REES. Stress REES. Soft final z like s in Latin America.
"Nose" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la nariz | nose Default noun. | Default noun. |
| nariz tapada | stuffy nose Cold symptom. | Cold symptom. |
| me duele la nariz | my nose hurts Pain phrase. | Pain phrase. |
| sonar la nariz | to blow one's nose With a tissue. | With a tissue. |
How to use nariz in real life
- 1Cold
Tengo la nariz tapada.
I have a stuffy nose.
Nariz tapada is common.
- 2Allergy
Me pica la nariz hoy.
My nose itches today.
Sensation with nariz.
- 3Tissue
Voy a sonar la nariz.
I'm going to blow my nose.
Everyday action.
Mistakes English speakers make with nariz
Incorrect: El nariz está rojo.
Correct: La nariz está roja.
Nariz is feminine: la nariz.
Incorrect: My nose: el nose.
Correct: La nariz.
Use nariz, not nose.
Good to know
With a cold, people say nariz tapada or Me gotea la nariz. In Latin America, the z in nariz often sounds like s.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
A friend with a cold
ChatPal
¿Tienes la nariz tapada otra vez?
Do you have a stuffy nose again?
You
Sí. La nariz no me deja dormir.
Yes. My nose won't let me sleep.
ChatPal
Toma pañuelos y descansa.
Take tissues and rest.
You
Gracias. Voy a acostarme.
Thanks. I'm going to lie down.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Nose" in Spanish
Is nariz masculine?
No. Feminine: la nariz, mi nariz.
How do I say stuffy nose?
Nariz tapada.
How do I say my nose hurts?
Me duele la nariz.
How do you pronounce the z in nariz?
Like s for many Latin American speakers: nah-REES.
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