How to Say "cameo" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “cameo” is “aparición” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
La aparición de internet cambió nuestras vidas.
The appearance of the internet changed our lives.
Su repentina aparición en la fiesta sorprendió a todos.
His sudden appearance at the party surprised everyone.
El actor hizo una pequeña aparición en la película.
The actor made a small appearance (cameo) in the movie.
Gender Tip
Words ending in -ción are almost always feminine in Spanish. Use 'la' or 'una' with this word.
Appearance vs. Looks
Mistake: “Using 'aparición' to describe how someone looks (e.g., their hair or clothes).”
Correction: Use 'aspecto' or 'apariencia' for physical looks. Use 'aparición' for the act of showing up.
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