How to Say "barb" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “barb” is “barba” — B2 level.
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nounB2technical
pointy part of a hook or arrow
Examples
La barba del anzuelo evita que el pez se escape fácilmente.
The barb of the hook prevents the fish from easily escaping.
Asegúrate de que la barba de la flecha esté afilada antes de cazar.
Make sure the barb of the arrow is sharp before hunting.
Specialized Context
This definition is usually only heard when talking about fishing gear, arrows, or specialized tools. If you are talking about people, 'barba' almost always means 'beard'.
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