English–Spanish

“weapon” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɾma/

Example

¿Tienes un arma?

Do you have a weapon?

Illustration for arma (weapon)

How to say “weapon” in Spanish

“Weapon” in Spanish is arma.

Object intended to injure or to protect, including edged weapons, firearms, or explosives.

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

Example sentences with arma

En este país necesitas una licencia para tener un arma.

In this country you need a license to have a weapon.

Tips for using arma

  • In expressions like arma de doble filo the word is figurative, meaning a situation with both benefits and risks rather than a literal weapon.

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