Spanish · Body & Health
"Wrist" in Spanish: muñeca
la muñeca
A wrist is la muñeca (moo-NYEH-kah). It is feminine: una muñeca, las muñecas. The same word can also mean a doll.
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How to pronounce muñeca
Say it
moo-NYEH-kah
/muˈɲe.ka/
moo-NYEH-kah. Stress NYEH. The ñ sounds like ny. Say muñeca with ñ.
"Wrist" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la muñeca | the wrist / a doll Body part or toy, from context. | Body part or toy, from context. |
| Me duele la muñeca | My wrist hurts Health talk. | Health talk. |
| el reloj en la muñeca | the watch on the wrist Wearing a watch. | Wearing a watch. |
| muñequera | wristband / wrist brace Sports support. | Sports support. |
How to use muñeca in real life
- 1Typing all day
Me duele la muñeca derecha.
My right wrist hurts.
Me duele la muñeca is desk pain talk.
- 2Putting on a watch
Llevo el reloj en la muñeca.
I wear the watch on my wrist.
Reloj en la muñeca is everyday.
- 3At sports
Uso una muñequera en la muñeca.
I use a wristband on my wrist.
Muñequera supports la muñeca.
Mistakes English speakers make with muñeca
Incorrect: El muñeco me duele al escribir.
Correct: La muñeca me duele al escribir.
The wrist is la muñeca. El muñeco is a male doll or figure.
Incorrect: El muñeca está hinchada.
Correct: La muñeca está hinchada.
Muñeca is feminine. Use la muñeca.
Good to know
Good to knowLa muñeca means wrist and also doll. Context usually makes it clear. Watches sit en la muñeca. Sports shops sell a muñequera for support.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
A sore wrist after typing
ChatPal
¿Te duele la muñeca?
Does your wrist hurt?
You
Sí. Tengo la muñeca inflamada.
Yes. My wrist is inflamed.
ChatPal
Descansa las manos.
Rest your hands.
You
Voy a cuidar la muñeca hoy.
I'm going to take care of my wrist today.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Wrist" in Spanish
Is muñeca masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la muñeca, una muñeca.
Does muñeca also mean doll?
Yes. Context tells wrist from doll.
How do I say my wrist hurts?
Me duele la muñeca.
How do you pronounce muñeca?
moo-NYEH-kah. The ñ sounds like ny.
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