Translation of Spanish word "dedo" to English
dedo
/ˈde.ðo/
Meaning
NounA slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb, and the corresponding part, irrespective of including a thumb, in many other animals.
How to use
Dedo ('finger / toe') is masculine. Dedo del pie — Toe. Dedo índice — Index finger.
🇬🇧 English
finger
Example
Me corté el dedo.
I cut my finger.
Tiene un anillo en el dedo.
She has a ring on her finger.
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Common phrases
- dedo del pie— toe
- chuparse los dedos— to lick one's fingers / delicious
- dedo índice— index finger
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What does the Spanish word "dedo" mean?▼
The Spanish word "dedo" means "finger" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Me corté el dedo." (which translates as "I cut my finger.").
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