How to Say "needles" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “needles” is “agujas” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
sewing or medical tools
Examples
Ten cuidado con las agujas en el costurero.
Be careful with the needles in the sewing box.
El enfermero cambió las agujas para la vacuna.
The nurse changed the needles for the vaccine.
Feminine Plural
This is the plural form of 'aguja'. It is always feminine, so use 'las' or 'unas' with it.
Needles vs. Pins
Mistake: “Using 'agujas' for everything sharp.”
Correction: Use 'agujas' for things with a hole (eye) for thread or for medical injections. Use 'alfileres' for pins used to hold fabric together.
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