English–Spanish
“amphora” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈanfoɾa/
Example
El ánfora se usaba para guardar aceite.
The amphora was used to store oil.
How to say “amphora” in Spanish
“Amphora” in Spanish is ánfora.
Ancient clay storage jar with two opposite handles for carrying liquids and food.
Example sentences with ánfora
En el mercado de antigüedades vi un ánfora a buen precio.
At the antique market I saw an amphora at a good price.
Tips for using ánfora
- Mainly used in historical or archaeological contexts, so use jarra or frasco for ordinary modern jars to avoid sounding formal or archaic.