English–Spanish

“chin” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/baɾˈβiʝa/

Example

¿Te duele la barbilla?

Does your chin hurt?

Illustration for barbilla (chin)

How to say “chin” in Spanish

“Chin” in Spanish is barbilla.

Lower face area just below the mouth forming the chin.

Full entry for barbilla: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with barbilla

Se apoyó la barbilla en la mano.

He rested his chin on his hand.

Tips for using barbilla

  • Barbilla and mentón are largely interchangeable in everyday Spanish, but use mentón when stressing a prominent bony chin and papada for the soft fold under the chin.

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