English–Spanish
“altarpiece” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/reˈtaβlo/
Example
En la iglesia hay un retablo barroco muy decorado.
In the church there is a very elaborately decorated Baroque altarpiece.
How to say “altarpiece” in Spanish
“Altarpiece” in Spanish is retablo.
Decorative altar backdrop of joined panels and sculptures that narrate sacred episodes.
Example sentences with retablo
Cuando pregunté por el retablo, la guía explicó su historia.
When I asked about the altarpiece, the guide explained its history.
Tips for using retablo
- Retablo can refer to both large church altarpieces and small folk devotional panels, and English usage often prefers altarpiece or retable for larger, monumental works.