ciervo

SYEHR-bohˈθjeɾ.βo

“ciervo” means “deer” in Spanish (general animal species).

deer, stag

Also: venison

Latin America

Vimos un ciervo cruzando el sendero en el bosque.

We saw a deer crossing the trail in the forest.

El ciervo macho tiene astas muy grandes.

The male deer has very large antlers.

El ciervo es un animal muy asustadizo.

The deer is a very skittish animal.

Words that translate to "ciervo" in Spanish:

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If you are in a forest in Spain and see a male deer, what is the most likely word you would use?

👥 Word Family▼

cierva(doe (female deer)) — Noun

cervatillo(fawn) — Noun

cervuno(deer-like) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'cervus', which has been used for thousands of years to describe horned animals.

First recorded: 10th century

Cognates (Related words)

Italian: cervoFrench: cerfPortuguese: cervo

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Is 'ciervo' only for males?

Usually, yes. In a general sense, it can refer to the species, but if you need to be specific about a female deer, you should use 'cierva'.

How do I pronounce the 'C' in 'ciervo'?

In Spain, it sounds like a soft 'th' (like 'think'). In Latin America, it sounds exactly like an 's'.