Translation of Spanish word "guitarra" to English
guitarra
/ɡiˈta.ra/
Meaning
NounA stringed musical instrument, of European origin, usually with a fretted fingerboard and six strings, played with the fingers or a plectrum (guitar pick).
How to use
Guitarra ('guitar') is feminine. Tocar la guitarra — To play the guitar (uses tocar, not jugar).
🇬🇧 English
guitar
Example
Ella toca la guitarra bien.
She plays the guitar well.
Compré una guitarra nueva.
I bought a new guitar.
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Common phrases
- guitarra eléctrica— electric guitar
- tocar la guitarra— to play the guitar
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The Spanish word "guitarra" means "guitar" in English.
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