Dictionary/Words Starting with D

Spanish Words Starting with D

Browse 511 Spanish words that start with the letter D, organized by part of speech.

Abbreviation(2)

A friendly doctor wearing a white lab coat and a stethoscope, smiling directly at the viewer.

dr

→Dr.

A friendly, smiling man wearing a white medical lab coat and a stethoscope around his neck, standing in a bright, simple clinic environment.

dr.

→Dr.

Adjective(40)

A small, straining cartoon character attempting to lift a single feather, illustrating physical weakness.

débiles

→weak

A focused child firmly plants a small red flag on the top of a grassy mound, symbolizing determination and resolve.

decidido

→determined

A clear glass swan figurine resting gently on a soft, red velvet cushion, emphasizing its fragility.

delicado

→delicate

A single, perfectly baked strawberry cupcake topped with white swirling frosting, appearing extremely appetizing and delicious.

deliciosa

→delicious

A single, perfectly ripe, bright red strawberry glistening with moisture, sitting on a clean white surface.

delicioso

→delicious

A drawing of a small child sitting on the floor, completely overwhelmed and buried under an enormous, excessive pile of brightly colored toys that surrounds them.

demasiada

→too much

A small, brown woven basket that is bursting and overflowing with an excessive number of bright red strawberries, indicating an overwhelming quantity.

demasiadas

→too many

A small, simple glass jar that is completely overwhelmed and overflowing with an excessive number of colorful pencils spilling onto a table, illustrating an excessive quantity.

demasiados

→too many

A storybook illustration of a person sitting on the floor, intently staring at a single sock held in their hands with a distressed expression, depicting an irrational or disturbed state of mind.

demente

→insane

A large, shiny gold medal resting on a small pedestal, symbolizing a proven fact or result.

demostrado

→proven

A simple illustration of a person's right hand raised slightly, palm facing forward.

derecho

→right

A simple illustration of an empty space on a kitchen counter, marked by a faint dust outline, suggesting an object is missing.

desaparecido

→missing

Adjective (Plural)(1)

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing three distinct geometric shapes: a red square, a blue circle, and a green triangle, floating on a plain background.

diferentes

→different

Adjective / Number(1)

Two friendly, cartoonish apples sitting side-by-side on a dark surface.

dos

→two

Adjective / Pronoun(1)

A single bright red apple placed far away from a large pile of identical green apples on a wooden table.

demás

→the rest

Adverb(6)

A simple colorful storybook illustration showing a small red ball placed directly underneath a large, simple wooden box.

debajo

→under

A small, friendly rabbit stands a few steps ahead of a slow turtle on a simple dirt path, illustrating the concept of being 'ahead' or 'in front'.

delante

→in front

A steaming coffee cup that is clearly too hot to drink, with intense heat visibly radiating from the liquid.

demasiado

→too

A single red wooden block resting clearly on the bottom floor inside a large, open blue wooden crate, illustrating the concept of 'inside'.

dentro

→inside

A person looking at a slice of cake on a plate, having just finished their main meal.

después

→afterwards

A small friendly brown dog is peeking out from behind the trunk of a large green oak tree, illustrating the concept of 'behind.'

detrás

→behind

Adverb (Question Word)(1)

A traveler looking at a large, colorful map with a big question mark symbol floating above it, trying to figure out a location.

dónde

→where

Command Phrase(1)

A simple storybook illustration showing one friendly character pointing assertively at another character, encouraging them to speak or reveal information.

dilo

→Say it

Command/Phrase(1)

A colorful storybook illustration showing a curious character leaning forward with an expectant facial expression and an open hand gesture, clearly urging a second character to speak and share information.

dímelo

→Tell it to me

Compound Infinitive Verb Form(1)

A colorful storybook illustration showing two simplified figures facing each other. A small, distinct yellow object, symbolizing the information ('it'), is shown traveling directly from the speaker's mouth to the listener's ear.

decírmelo

→to tell it to me

Conjunction(1)

A thoughtful person standing next to a large, prominent red button, contemplating whether to press it, illustrating the concept of considering a circumstance.

dada

→given

Connector(1)

A large, colorful watering can pouring water directly onto a small, bright green plant, illustrating cause and effect.

debido

→due to

Connector Word (Relative Adverb)(1)

A person pointing to a house on a map, indicating the place where they live.

donde

→where

Contraction(3)

A simple storybook illustration showing two cartoon hands. One hand is open, palm up, reaching out aggressively toward a second hand that is holding a single bright red apple, illustrating the action of demanding something.

dámelo

→Give it to me

A friendly adult figure standing and handing a bright red apple to the outstretched hands of one of three eagerly waiting, smiling children.

darles

→to give them

A visual representation of 'of the', showing a part belonging to a whole, like the door of a car.

del

→of the

Discourse Marker(1)

A simple colorful storybook illustration of a person holding their hands out, presenting a small, brightly colored star floating above their palms, symbolizing the introduction of a hypothetical idea.

digamos

→let's say

Gerund(1)

Two simple, colorful characters standing face to face, both looking frustrated and gesturing emphatically, visually representing an argument.

discutiendo

→arguing

Imperative Verb Phrase(1)

A storybook illustration showing a person gently touching another person's back to ask them to move aside so they can pass in a narrow area.

discúlpame

→Excuse me

Interjection(4)

An enthusiastic runner launching forward from a starting position on a track, demonstrating high energy and encouragement.

dale

→Go for it!

A small figure stands at a fork in a winding path, shrugging their shoulders, indicating uncertainty about which direction to take. One path leads toward a bright sun, and the other leads toward dark rain clouds.

depende

→It depends

A cartoon character with a bright red face expressing dramatic frustration, gripping their head with both hands in shock or anger.

diablos

→what the hell

A small blue character has accidentally bumped into a taller yellow character in a public space. The blue character raises one hand in a clear gesture of apology.

disculpe

→excuse me

Noun(36)

A single, white, six-sided gaming die with black dots showing the number six on the top face, resting on a colorful table.

dado

→die

Three elegantly dressed women standing together, smiling.

damas

→ladies

A white ceramic plate lying on a wooden table, clearly cracked across the center, illustrating physical damage.

daño

→damage

A simple storybook illustration showing a small wooden house with a large, visible crack running down its side and a broken roof tile lying on the ground, symbolizing physical destruction.

daños

→damage

A close-up view of a large, bright red apple on a wooden surface being examined by a large magnifying glass.

datos

→facts

A person making a choice between two brightly colored doors.

decisión

→decision

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing a small, stylized fox standing at a fork in a road, looking down one path and pointing. This symbolizes making a choice or decision.

decisiones

→decisions

A brightly lit window on the third floor of a large, colorful apartment building, showing a small potted plant on the windowsill.

departamento

→apartment

A bright green road sign pointing sharply to the right, indicating a change in direction.

derecha

→the right

A storybook illustration showing a person wearing an explorer's hat using a large magnifying glass to closely examine the details of a colorful butterfly resting on a pink flower.

descripción

→description

A child standing in a field at night, gently holding a single, glowing, magical star in their cupped hands, symbolizing a wish or strong desire.

deseo

→wish

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing a small child blowing the seeds off a dandelion puff, symbolizing making a wish.

deseos

→wishes

Past Participle(1)

A simple illustration of a child sitting up in a cozy bed, stretching their arms wide, indicating they have just woken up.

despertado

→woken up

Preposition(3)

A red book with a simple name tag that says 'Ana', showing that the book belongs to her.

de

→of

A stylized map with a prominent red pin marking a city, and a dotted line path starting from that pin and moving away.

desde

→from

A stylized image showing an open book spanning across a visual transition from a dark night sky to a bright morning sky, symbolizing an activity occurring over a duration of time.

durante

→during

Proper Noun(1)

A smiling young boy with curly hair sitting on a sunlit rock, gently playing a small, simple wooden harp.

david

→David

Verb(119)

A smiling woman handing a bright red apple to a child, illustrating the action of 'he/she gives'.

da

→he/she gives

A simple storybook illustration of a cheerful person standing in a park, routinely tossing bird seeds from a bag to several small birds, symbolizing habitual giving.

daba

→I used to give

Two simplified figures exchanging an object, specifically one figure is handing a bright red apple to the other, illustrating the concept of giving or transferring possession.

damos

→we give

Three cartoon characters are simultaneously handing colorful wrapped presents to a fourth, happy character, illustrating the concept of 'they give.'

dan

→they give

A child handing a brightly colored apple to another child, illustrating the action of giving or transferring an object.

dar

→to give

A child smiling while handing a wrapped gift box to another child, illustrating the transfer of possession.

dará

→will give

A simple illustration showing one person extending their hand to give a bright red apple to another person.

darás

→you will give

A cheerful young person extending a brightly wrapped red gift box toward an outstretched hand, symbolizing the future action of 'I will give'.

daré

→I will give

A colorful storybook illustration showing two individuals smiling as they jointly offer a brightly wrapped red present to a third person, symbolizing a future act of giving.

daremos

→we will give

A simple, colorful storybook illustration showing a friendly cartoon character holding a brightly wrapped present in both outstretched hands, offering it forward.

daría

→would give

A person happily giving a brightly wrapped present to another person.

darle

→to give (to) him/her/it

A colorful storybook illustration showing a smiling character handing a bright red apple directly into the open hands of a second character.

darme

→to give me

Verb (Command Form)(4)

A simple storybook illustration showing one person handing a bright red apple to another person, symbolizing the fulfillment of the command 'give me'.

dame

→give me

A simple illustration of a person standing still and holding one hand straight out with the palm facing forward, signaling the universal command to halt or stop movement.

deténgase

→Stop

A smiling adult character leaning down and whispering a secret instruction directly into the ear of a young child character. The child is holding a rolled-up piece of paper, ready to run off and deliver the message.

diles

→tell them

A colorful illustration of a happy child swinging high on a bright red swing set in a park, depicting the concept of having fun.

diviértete

→Have fun

Verb (Command form)(1)

A person is extending their hand to give a bright red apple to two other people who are standing side-by-side with open, waiting hands, symbolizing the command 'Give us'.

danos

→Give us

Verb (Compound Command)(1)

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing two adult figures. One figure is speaking firmly and pointing off-screen to the right, giving a formal command. The second figure is standing attentively, ready to relay the message.

dígale

→Tell him

Verb (Compound Infinitive)(1)

A brightly colored storybook illustration showing a young girl leaning in and whispering a visible, small, glowing yellow sphere of information directly into the ear of a young boy, who is listening intently.

decírselo

→to tell it to him/her

Verb (Conjugated Form)(5)

Two children standing side-by-side, carefully putting on bright yellow raincoats while large, cartoonish raindrops fall around them, illustrating necessity.

debéis

→you must

A stylized illustration of a person confidently taking a firm step onto a single, clearly defined path, symbolizing the completion of a decision-making process.

decidí

→I decided

A storybook illustration showing two cartoon figures standing together, both pointing decisively along a path toward a distant tree.

decidimos

→We decide

A colorful storybook illustration showing two simple, friendly characters standing side-by-side, holding hands, and looking forward with focused expressions, indicating they are prepared to speak or announce something together.

diremos

→we will say

A calm, simple storybook illustration of a person sleeping soundly in a cozy bed under a warm blanket.

duermes

→you sleep

Verb (Conjugation)(3)

A colorful storybook illustration of a determined small character standing at the base of a large, steep hill with a clearly marked, unavoidable path leading straight to the top, symbolizing necessity or obligation.

deberá

→must

A storybook illustration showing a child with their eyes closed and hands clasped together in front of their chest, concentrating on making a wish.

desee

→wish

A colorful storybook illustration showing a happy child swinging high on a playground swing set, demonstrating enjoyment.

disfruta

→enjoys

Verb (Future Tense)(1)

A very sturdy, ancient stone lighthouse stands firmly on a rugged, rocky coast. Its powerful light beam extends far out over the dark ocean toward the distant horizon, symbolizing endurance and continuation into the future.

durará

→will last

Verb (Gerund)(2)

A colorful storybook illustration showing a child speaking directly to a listening adult. Small, abstract blue lines visually represent the sound or speech flowing from the child to the adult.

diciendo

→saying

A cartoon hand holding a simple, stylized rifle, with a small cloud of white smoke visible exiting the barrel, indicating the action of shooting.

disparando

→shooting

Verb (Infinitive + Pronoun)(2)

A colorful storybook illustration of a child sitting on the floor, decisively pushing a video game controller away, symbolizing the act of quitting an activity.

dejarlo

→to quit it

A high quality storybook illustration showing a bullet speeding through the air towards a wooden bullseye target centered on a stand.

dispararle

→to shoot him/her/it

Verb (Infinitive Form)(1)

A storybook illustration showing a child holding open a small wooden gate, allowing a happy dog to pass through, symbolizing permission.

dejarte

→to let you

Verb (Infinitive form + pronoun)(1)

A friendly woman is speaking to two small children who are sitting close together and listening carefully to what she has to say. The woman is gesturing slightly.

decirnos

→to tell us

Verb (Past Participle)(2)

A simple image showing a set of house keys resting alone on a wooden table, illustrating the action of leaving something behind.

dejado

→left

A friendly cartoon character standing on a hill who has just finished speaking, with a bright blue bubble floating away from their mouth, symbolizing a completed action of speech.

dicho

→said

Verb (Past Tense Form)(1)

A storybook illustration showing a child sleeping soundly in a bed under a blanket in a simple bedroom.

dormía

→I was sleeping

Verb (Past Tense)(1)

A small child gently touching the shoulder of a sleeping adult in a bed, attempting to wake them up. The room is bright.

despertó

→woke up

Verb (Simple Past Tense)(1)

A small explorer character in a lush green jungle clearing pointing excitedly at a large, previously hidden ancient statue partially covered by vines.

descubrió

→discovered

Verb (conjugated form)(1)

Two smiling cartoon figures, standing side-by-side, jointly holding a bright red apple between them and extending it towards a third figure who is reaching out to receive the fruit.

dimos

→we gave

Verb (past tense form)(1)

A small child smiling while successfully handing a bright red apple to an adult's outstretched hand, illustrating a completed past action.

dí

→I gave

Verb Command(1)

A close-up illustration of a person's forearm and open hand, palm facing upwards in a clear gesture of requesting an object. A small, colorful toy block is suspended directly above the palm, suggesting it is about to be given.

déme

→Give me

Verb Contraction (Imperative)(1)

A happy person relaxing in a colorful hammock strung between two trees, symbolizing taking a break or giving oneself a reward.

date

→give yourself

Verb Form(1)

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration of a small, cheerful child standing on tiptoes, eagerly peering over a low wooden fence with a wide, anticipating smile.

deseando

→looking forward to

Verb Form (The -ing form)(1)

A happy person sitting outside on a sunny day, actively smiling while eating a delicious fruit.

disfrutando

→enjoying

Verb Phrase(3)

A person offering to help another person carry a heavy, overflowing grocery bag.

déjame

→let me

A friendly, stylized character is holding a red telephone receiver to their ear, indicating they are answering a call.

dígame

→Hello?

A blue cartoon character speaking clearly and directly to a red cartoon character who is listening intently.

dile

→tell him

Verb Phrase (Command)(1)

A child's hand gently opening the door of a small, wooden birdcage, allowing a bright blue female bird to fly out toward the bright sky, symbolizing release.

déjala

→Let her go

Verb phrase (Infinitive + Pronoun)(1)

A high quality storybook illustration showing a person in a blue shirt firmly placing a hand on the chest of a second person in a red shirt, physically stopping the second person's forward movement.

detenerlo

→to stop him

Verbal Adverb (Gerund)(1)

A smiling child is actively extending a bright red apple with both hands towards an adult, symbolizing the action of giving.

dando

→giving

Verbal Command(1)

A smaller, polite figure gently receives a large brass key from a larger figure, symbolizing the granting of permission or access.

déjeme

→Let me

Verbal Command Phrase(1)

A high quality storybook illustration showing a small hand retracting away from a single, bright red toy block resting on a wooden surface, visually representing the command to stop touching something.

déjalo

→Leave it

Verbal Phrase(2)

A person wearing a blue shirt is holding out a bright red apple, offering it to another person whose hands are reaching out to receive it.

dándole

→giving it to him/her/you (formal)

A simple storybook illustration showing a person gently touching the shoulder of another person who is standing in their way, indicating a polite request to be allowed to pass through a crowded space.

discúlpeme

→Excuse me

adjective(32)

A colorful storybook illustration of a red toy car with a missing wheel and a cracked windshield.

dañado

→damaged

A small, skinny cartoon character struggling intensely to lift a disproportionately large, heavy gray dumbbell, illustrating a lack of physical strength.

débil

→weak

A simple, well-made sandwich consisting of turkey and lettuce, neatly cut in half and placed on a plain white plate, illustrating acceptable quality.

decente

→decent

A royal scroll with a bright red wax seal sitting on a wooden table, representing an official declaration.

declarado

→declared

A focused person kneeling down, gently watering a single small green plant in a terracotta pot with a small watering can, symbolizing commitment and devotion.

dedicado

→dedicated

A single, tall, thin stalk of grass standing alone against a soft background.

delgada

→thin

A very slender, long-legged cat standing elegantly on a green field.

delgado

→thin

A small, sad blue teddy bear sits alone, looking slumped, with a tiny, dark gray rain cloud floating directly above its head.

deprimido

→depressed

A colorful storybook illustration showing a small child character holding a piece of visibly rotten, brown fruit. Green wavy lines symbolizing a foul odor are rising from the fruit, and the child is recoiling slightly with a wrinkled nose.

desagradable

→unpleasant

A small child reaching up with a smile towards a bright red balloon floating just above them.

deseado

→desired

A storybook illustration of a small person sitting alone on the ground with their head buried in their knees, symbolizing extreme hopelessness.

desesperado

→desperate

A solitary, simple cartoon character stands under a small, dark rain cloud that is raining only on them, illustrating bad luck. The surrounding area is bright and sunny.

desgraciado

→unfortunate

adverb(5)

A large, bright green checkmark (tick) rests securely and squarely on a simple, gray stone pedestal, symbolizing absolute certainty and affirmation.

definitivamente

→definitely

A close-up illustration showing a scoop of bright pink ice cream that has fallen out of its waffle cone and is melting slightly on the ground, symbolizing bad luck.

desafortunadamente

→unfortunately

A colorful storybook illustration of a picnic scene. A red and white checkered blanket is spread on bright green grass. A perfect sandwich sits on the blanket. Directly above the sandwich, a small, dark rain cloud is pouring a single stream of rain onto the food, symbolizing bad luck.

desgraciadamente

→unfortunately

A small garden snail slowly gliding across the surface of a bright green leaf, leaving a visible trail.

despacio

→slowly

A cheerful blue arrow moving in a perfectly straight, unobstructed line from a yellow starting point to a red circular target, illustrating movement without deviation.

directamente

→directly

contraction(1)

A small child stands next to a taller adult. The child is pointing eagerly toward a colorful object just out of reach. The adult is smiling and extending an open hand toward the object, clearly giving permission for the child to approach it.

déjenme

→let me

noun(115)

A close-up illustration of two standard six-sided dice showing black pips, resting on a flat surface.

dados

→dice

A woman wearing an elegant dress and holding a small handbag, smiling politely.

dama

→lady

A brightly colored storybook illustration of a single dancer wearing a flowing red dress, captured mid-spin with arms extended, demonstrating dynamic movement.

danza

→dance

Illustration of two stylized people sitting at a table, gesturing emphatically while engaged in a serious discussion.

debate

→debate

A young child with brown hair sitting at a wooden desk, concentrating on writing in a notebook with a pencil, surrounded by colorful school books.

deberes

→homework

A small, exhausted child character struggling intensely to hold up a single, colorful feather, illustrating physical weakness.

debilidad

→weakness

A high quality storybook illustration showing ten identical, brightly colored spheres lined up horizontally on a simple, contrasting background.

década

→decade

Three trees of significantly different sizes and ages standing in a row on a simple, grassy landscape, illustrating the progression of time.

décadas

→decades

A person stands at a simple wooden podium, speaking into a black microphone, representing an official public statement.

declaraciones

→statements

A close-up, simple illustration of a single human finger, bent slightly at the joint.

dedo

→finger

A simplified, colorful illustration showing a human hand with five clearly defined fingers.

dedos

→fingers

A knight in shining armor holds a large, colorful shield forward, actively protecting a small, vulnerable person standing safely behind the shield.

defensa

→defense

verb(87)

A friendly girl extending her open hand to receive a bright red ball from someone off-screen.

dámela

→give it to me

Two adult figures standing side-by-side, each extending a brightly colored wrapped gift towards a third, smaller child figure.

darán

→they will give

A single adult character is handing a brightly colored wrapped gift box to two small children standing close together, symbolizing giving something to 'us'.

darnos

→to give us

Two people working together, straining slightly, as they lift and carry a very large, heavy wooden box together.

debamos

→we must

A child standing in a colorful room with scattered toys, with a glowing arrow indicating they must put the toys into a nearby toy box.

debas

→that you must

A group of people standing before a fork in a path, with one person pointing towards the safer, sunnier trail to offer guidance.

deberíais

→you all should

Two small, cartoonish figures standing next to a giant, brightly colored arrow pointing directly towards a neat stack of books, illustrating a recommendation or obligation.

deberían

→should

A storybook illustration of a small child with a determined expression standing in front of a very large, closed wooden door, holding a shiny silver key, symbolizing a past necessary task.

debí

→I had to

Two small figures carrying heavy backpacks stand before a tall, closed wooden gate, symbolizing a mandatory path or task they are obligated to follow.

debían

→they had to

A young person stands at a fork in a winding road, looking back wistfully toward one path. A large, gentle hand descends from above and points clearly down that path, symbolizing past advice or an obligation that was not met.

debías

→you should (have)

A storybook illustration showing a man and a woman looking determinedly at a massive, colorful block they are preparing to push, symbolizing a necessary task or obligation.

debieron

→they had to

Two small figures straining together, pulling a large, heavy, square block up a slight incline using a thick rope, symbolizing a difficult past obligation.

debimos

→we had to