How to Say "saber" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “saber” is “espada” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
curved sword, though 'sable' is more precise
Examples
El caballero desenvainó su espada para la batalla.
The knight drew his sword for the battle.
La espada es un símbolo de honor y justicia en muchas culturas.
The sword is a symbol of honor and justice in many cultures.
Gender Tip
Even though 'espada' starts with a stressed 'e' sound, it is always a feminine noun and does not use the masculine article 'el' (like 'agua' or 'águila'). Always say 'la espada'.
Article Confusion
Mistake: “El espada es vieja.”
Correction: La espada es vieja. (Remember 'espada' is feminine: LA espada.)
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