Translation of Spanish word "avión" to English
avión
/a.ˈβjon/
Meaning
NounA powered heavier-than-air aircraft with fixed wings: a fixed-wing aircraft with at least one engine or electric motor.
How to use
Avión ('airplane') is masculine. Viajar en avión — To travel by plane.
🇬🇧 English
airplane
Example
Utilizan aviones para entregar correo y suministros a las aldeas del extremo norte.
They use planes to deliver mail and supplies to villages in the far north.
Utilizan aviones para entregar correo y suministros a las aldeas del extremo norte.
They use planes to deliver mail and supplies to villages in the far north.
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Common phrases
- viajar en avión— to travel by plane
- avión de pasajeros— passenger plane
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What does the Spanish word "avión" mean?▼
The Spanish word "avión" means "airplane" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El avión vuela muy alto." (which translates as "They use planes to deliver mail and supplies to villages in the far north.").
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