vikingo
“vikingo” means “Viking” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
Viking
Also: Norseman
📝 In Action
El vikingo llevaba un gran escudo de madera.
A1The Viking carried a large wooden shield.
Muchos vikingos se asentaron en Inglaterra.
A2Many Vikings settled in England.
El museo tiene una exhibición sobre la vida de un vikingo común.
B1The museum has an exhibition about the life of an average Viking.
Viking
Also: Norse
📝 In Action
Me encanta la mitología vikinga.
A1I love Viking mythology.
Encontraron una espada vikinga en el fondo del río.
A2They found a Viking sword at the bottom of the river.
El arte vikingo es conocido por sus diseños entrelazados.
B1Viking art is known for its interlaced designs.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: vikingo
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How do you say 'The Viking sword' (feminine noun)?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Old Norse word 'víkingr', which likely referred to someone who frequented bays or inlets (vík). The word entered Spanish via other European languages like English and French.
First recorded: 19th century (modern usage)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'vikingo' always have a 'k'?
Yes, 'vikingo' is one of the rare words in Spanish that uses the letter 'k' because it is a borrowed word from another language.
Is there a feminine version of this word?
Yes! Use 'vikinga' for a female Viking or to describe a feminine noun (like 'mitología vikinga').
How do I pronounce the 'v' in 'vikingo'?
It is pronounced like a soft 'b' sound. Your lips should just lightly touch, unlike the English 'v' where you touch your teeth to your lip.