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“helicopter” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/eliˈkopteɾo/

Example

¿Viste el helicóptero que pasó hace un momento?

Did you see the helicopter that passed by a moment ago?

Illustration for helicóptero (helicopter)

How to say “helicopter” in Spanish

“Helicopter” in Spanish is helicóptero.

Aircraft that takes off and lands vertically and can remain stationary above a spot.

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

Example sentences with helicóptero

Voy a hacer un paseo en helicóptero este fin de semana.

I'm going to take a helicopter ride this weekend.

Tips for using helicóptero

  • When describing experience versus observation, match the verb: 'Vi un helicóptero' for seeing one and 'Volé en helicóptero' for having flown in one.

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