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How to Say "fountain pen" in Spanish

The Spanish word forfountain penis plumaA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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pluma

nounA2
specifically a pen that uses liquid ink
A simple black fountain pen with a silver nib, resting on a light blue surface.

Examples

Necesito una pluma para firmar estos documentos importantes.

I need a pen to sign these important documents.

Mi abuelo todavía usa una pluma estilográfica antigua.

My grandfather still uses an old fountain pen.

Historical Connection

This meaning comes directly from the quill pen—a feather used for writing before modern pens existed.

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