English–Spanish

“horn” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsocuerno

Pronunciation

IPA/boˈθina/

Example

Si alguien te bloquea el paso, toca la bocina.

If someone blocks your way, honk your horn.

Illustration for bocina (horn)

How to say “horn” in Spanish

“Horn” in Spanish is bocina.

Automotive horn that gives a short loud blast.

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

Example sentences with bocina

El conductor tocó la bocina para avisar.

The driver honked the horn to warn others.

Tips for using bocina

  • Everyday usage favors a single short honk to warn or get attention, and long or repeated honking is often perceived as aggressive or unsafe.

Other Spanish words for “horn”

El ciervo tiene dos cuernos grandes.

The deer has two large horns.

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