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“funicular” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/funikuˈlaɾ/

Example

Tomamos el funicular para subir la colina.

We took the funicular up the hill.

Illustration for funicular (funicular)

How to say “funicular” in Spanish

“Funicular” in Spanish is funicular.

Cable-driven car that runs up and down a steep track, often counterbalanced by a descending car.

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

Example sentences with funicular

El funicular ofrece buenas vistas de la ciudad.

The funicular offers good views of the city.

Tips for using funicular

  • Spanish commonly uses the definite article and the word as the name of a specific service or line (el funicular de X), so speakers often refer to the route or station rather than to a generic vehicle.

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