Spanish

noun

Span·​ish ˈspa-nish 

1

: the Romance language of the largest part of Spain and of the countries colonized by Spaniards

2

plural in construction : the people of Spain

Spanish adjective

Spanishness noun

Examples of Spanish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s not a bad thing: Danes are a stylish people who demand quality in everything from their home furniture to their bed room lighting (most locals won’t blink at prices above 1,000 dollars for a PH-lamp or 3,000 for The Spanish Chair, made by Børge Mogensen in the 1950’ies). —Christian Martinez, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2024

The site features tutoring in a range of subject matters including animation, the math SATs and Spanish. —Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2024

Meghan took the stage during the conversation, removing an earpiece and speaking Spanish to the crowd. —Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 18 Aug. 2024

Simi Valley 33, Spanish Springs 13: Brice Hawkins scored three touchdowns in the second half after a 7-7 halftime tie to lead the Pioneers in their season opener in Reno. —Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, adjective, from Middle English Spainish, from Spain

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing Spanish

• Judeo-Spanish
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• Spanish fly
• Spanish mackerel
• Spanish moss
• Spanish needles
• Spanish omelet
• Spanish onion
• Spanish rice
• the Spanish

Kids Definition

Spanish

noun

Span·​ish ˈspan-ish 

1

: the Romance language of Spain and of the countries colonized by Spaniards

2

Spanish plural : the people of Spain

Spanish adjective