venado
“venado” means “deer” in Spanish (the animal).
deer
Also: venison, stag
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Vimos un venado saltando por el campo.
A1We saw a deer jumping through the field.
El venado tiene cuernos muy grandes en esta época.
B1The deer has very large antlers at this time.
En el restaurante sirven estofado de venado.
B2They serve venison stew at the restaurant.
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What is the plural of 'venado'?
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From the Latin 'venatus', which refers to 'the hunt' or 'the chase.' Originally, it was used for any animal that was hunted for food.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'venado' the same as 'ciervo'?
Yes, they refer to the same animal. 'Venado' is more common in the Americas, while 'ciervo' is the standard in Spain.
Does 'venado' always mean a male deer?
While it can specifically mean a stag, it is generally used as a general term for the species (both male and female) unless you need to be very specific.
Why does 'venado' sound like 'venison' in English?
They both come from the same Latin root 'venari' (to hunt). They are linguistic cousins!