dedos
“dedos” means “fingers” in Spanish (digits of the hand).
fingers, toes
Also: a finger's width
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Me corté uno de los dedos mientras cocinaba.
A1I cut one of my fingers while cooking.
Necesitas mover los dedos de los pies para calentar.
A2You need to move your toes to warm up.
El carpintero midió la tabla con dos dedos de ancho.
B1The carpenter measured the plank as two fingers' width wide.
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Which sentence uses the word 'dedos' to refer to a common idiom?
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Comes directly from the Latin word 'digitus,' which meant 'finger' or 'toe.' The original 'g' sound softened over time in Spanish.
First recorded: Old Spanish texts (c. 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'dedos' mean both fingers AND toes?
In Spanish, the same word is used for these similar body parts (the digits). If you need to be specific, you simply add context: 'dedos de la mano' (fingers) or 'dedos del pie' (toes).
How do I say 'pinky finger' or 'big toe'?
While 'dedo' is the general term, specific fingers and toes have names, often involving an adjective or a descriptive noun. For example, the pinky is often 'dedo meñique' or 'dedito pequeño,' and the big toe is 'dedo gordo'.