búfalo
“búfalo” means “buffalo” in Spanish (large wild ox).
buffalo
Also: water buffalo, bison
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El búfalo de agua es esencial para la agricultura en Asia.
A2The water buffalo is essential for agriculture in Asia.
Vimos una manada de búfalos cruzando el río en el documental.
B1We saw a herd of buffaloes crossing the river in the documentary.
La carne de búfalo tiene menos grasa que la de vaca.
B2Buffalo meat has less fat than beef.
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Which animal is technically a 'bisonte' but often called a 'búfalo' in North America?
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From the Late Latin 'bufalus', which came from the Greek word 'boubalos' (originally used for an African antelope).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'búfalo' used for both males and females?
As a general name for the species, 'el búfalo' (masculine) is used. However, 'la búfala' specifically refers to the female, especially in the dairy industry (like buffalo mozzarella).
How do you make 'búfalo' plural?
Simply add an 's' to get 'los búfalos'. The accent mark stays on the 'ú'.
Can 'búfalo' be used as an adjective for a person?
Generally no. Unlike some animal names that describe personality traits, 'búfalo' is almost exclusively used for the animal or its products.