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“medal” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/meˈðaʝa/

Example

Le dieron una medalla por su trabajo.

He received a medal for his work.

Illustration for medalla (medal)

How to say “medal” in Spanish

“Medal” in Spanish is medalla.

Flat circular metal disc with an embossed emblem and inscription.

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

Example sentences with medalla

La gimnasta lució su medalla de plata con orgullo.

The gymnast proudly displayed her silver medal.

Tips for using medalla

  • Used both for the actual physical decoration and figuratively, as in colgarse la medalla meaning to take credit for someone else's achievement.

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