peces
“peces” means “fish” in Spanish (plural form of the animal living in the water).
fish
Also: sea creatures
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Hay muchos peces de colores en el acuario.
A1There are many colorful fish in the aquarium.
Vimos peces nadando cerca de la orilla.
A1We saw fish swimming near the shore.
Los peces pequeños se esconden de los grandes.
A2Small fish hide from big ones.
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Comes from the Latin word *piscis*, which meant 'fish'. Spanish kept the meaning but changed the ending to 'pez' (and 'peces' in the plural).
First recorded: Appears in Spanish writings dating back to the 10th century.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'peces' and 'pescados'?
'Peces' (plural of pez) refers to the live animal swimming in the water (like in an ocean or aquarium). 'Pescados' (plural of pescado) refers to fish that have been caught and are prepared as food.
How do I pronounce 'peces'?
In Spain, the 'c' sounds like the 'th' in 'think' (PEH-thes). In most of Latin America, the 'c' sounds like a regular 's' (PEH-ses).