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“match” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsofósforo · combinar · coincidir

Pronunciation

IPA/θeˈɾiʝa/

Example

¿Tienes una cerilla para encender la vela?

Do you have a match to light the candle?

Illustration for cerilla (match)

How to say “match” in Spanish

“Match” in Spanish is cerilla.

Small disposable stick with a chemical tip that produces a flame when struck.

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

Example sentences with cerilla

Siempre llevo una cerilla en el bolsillo.

I always carry a match in my pocket.

Tips for using cerilla

  • To request a light, speakers commonly say '¿Tienes fuego?', which can bring either a match or a lighter.

Other Spanish words for “match”

Enciende un fósforo y prende la vela.

Light a match and light the candle.

¿Puedes combinar la camisa con estos pantalones?

Can you match the shirt with these pants?

Nuestros horarios coinciden mañana.

Our schedules match tomorrow.

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