How to Say "crests" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “crests” is “escudos” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
emblems
Examples
Los escudos de las familias nobles son muy elaborados.
The coats of arms of the noble families are very elaborate.
El museo exhibe varios escudos medievales.
The museum exhibits several medieval emblems.
Confusing Symbol and Shield
Mistake: “Using 'escudos' only for the protective gear when talking about a country's symbol.”
Correction: While related, clarify the context. If it's a symbol on a flag, 'coat of arms' is the intended meaning.
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