escorpión
“escorpión” means “scorpion” in Spanish (the predatory arachnid with a stinger).
scorpion
Also: Scorpio
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Había un escorpión pequeño debajo de la piedra.
A1There was a small scorpion under the rock.
La picadura de un escorpión puede ser muy dolorosa.
A2A scorpion's sting can be very painful.
Mi mejor amigo es escorpión y es una persona muy leal.
B1My best friend is a Scorpio and is a very loyal person.
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What is the correct plural form of 'escorpión'?
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From the Latin word 'scorpio', which comes from the Greek word 'skorpios', referring to the same animal.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between an alacrán and an escorpión?
Biologically, they are the same animal. The difference is mainly regional; 'alacrán' is more common in popular speech in Mexico and parts of Spain, while 'escorpión' is more scientific.
Should I capitalize 'escorpión'?
Only if you are referring to the specific constellation in the sky (Escorpión). If you are talking about the animal or someone's zodiac sign, keep it in lowercase.
Why does the accent disappear in 'escorpiones'?
Spanish spelling rules state that if a word's stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable (which it does when we add 'es'), we don't need a written accent mark.