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"Ring" in Spanish: anillo
el anillo
A ring is el anillo (ah-NEE-yoh). It is masculine. A wedding ring is el anillo de bodas.
How to pronounce anillo: audio and sound guideAt a jewelry counter
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How to pronounce anillo
Say it
ah-NEE-yoh
/aˈni.ʝo/
Three syllables: ah-NEE-yoh. Stress NEE. Soft ll like y.
"Ring" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el anillo | ring Any finger ring. | Any finger ring. |
| el anillo de bodas | wedding ring Marriage band on the finger. | Marriage band on the finger. |
| el anillo de compromiso | engagement ring The ring before the wedding. | The ring before the wedding. |
| un anillo de plata | a silver ring Naming the metal. | Naming the metal. |
How to use anillo in real life
- 1At a jewelry counter
Quiero probarme este anillo.
I want to try on this ring.
Este anillo points to one piece.
- 2Talking about marriage
Llevo el anillo de bodas.
I wear the wedding ring.
Anillo de bodas is the wedding band.
- 3Looking for something lost
No hallo mi anillo de plata.
I can't find my silver ring.
Mi anillo shows ownership.
Mistakes English speakers make with anillo
Incorrect: La anillo es caro.
Correct: El anillo es caro.
Anillo is masculine. Say el anillo.
Incorrect: Compré un ring nuevo.
Correct: Compré un anillo nuevo.
Use anillo, not the English word ring.
Good to know
Good to knowAnillo is the usual word for a finger ring. Wedding talk often uses anillo de bodas or anillo de matrimonio.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
At a jewelry store
ChatPal
¿Te gusta este anillo?
Do you like this ring?
You
Sí. ¿Cuánto cuesta el anillo?
Yes. How much is the ring?
ChatPal
Es de plata.
It's silver.
You
Perfecto. Lo llevo.
Perfect. I'll take it.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Ring" in Spanish
Is anillo masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el anillo, un anillo fino.
How do I say wedding ring?
El anillo de bodas.
How do you pronounce anillo?
ah-NEE-yoh. Soft ll like y.
Is a necklace an anillo?
No. A necklace is el collar.
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