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Leg in Spanish

The Spanish word for 'leg' is 'pierna', pronounced PYEHR-nah (IPA: /ˈpjeɾna/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: piernas).

Pronunciation: PYEHR-nah

Spanishpierna
PronunciationPYEHR-nah · /ˈpjeɾna/
Part of speechnoun (feminine)
Pluralpiernas
LevelA1 (beginner-friendly)

Example Sentences with 'pierna'

  • Me duelen las piernas después de correr.
    My legs hurt after running.
  • Él se rompió la pierna esquiando.
    He broke his leg skiing.
  • Ella cruzó las piernas y empezó a leer.
    She crossed her legs and started to read.
  • El futbolista estira las piernas antes del partido.
    The soccer player stretches his legs before the match.

Common Phrases with 'pierna'

  • dormir a pierna suelta
    to sleep like a log
  • estirar las piernas
    to stretch one's legs

How to Use 'pierna'

'Pierna' is for human legs; animal legs and table/chair legs are 'patas'. Saying 'la pata' for a person's leg is colloquial and a bit comical.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you say 'leg' in Spanish?

'Leg' in Spanish is 'pierna', pronounced PYEHR-nah.

How do you spell 'pierna'?

It is spelled p-i-e-r-n-a.

Is 'pierna' masculine or feminine?

'Pierna' is feminine: you say 'la pierna'.

What is the plural of 'pierna'?

The plural of 'pierna' is 'piernas'.

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