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“shepherd” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/pasˈtoɾ/

Example

El pastor cuida las ovejas en el campo.

The shepherd tends the sheep in the field.

Illustration for pastor (shepherd)

How to say “shepherd” in Spanish

“Shepherd” in Spanish is pastor.

A person leading and caring for a group of sheep.

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

Example sentences with pastor

Por la mañana, el pastor guía el rebaño al pasto.

In the morning, the shepherd leads the flock to the pasture.

Tips for using pastor

  • When pastor refers to a religious leader, using it for a Catholic priest may sound odd because Catholic clergy are normally called cura or sacerdote.

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