English–Spanish

“wire” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/aˈlambɾe/

Example

Necesito un alambre para arreglar esto.

I need a wire to fix this.

Illustration for alambre (wire)

How to say “wire” in Spanish

“Wire” in Spanish is alambre.

Thin bendable metal strand for fastening parts or carrying electric current.

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

Example sentences with alambre

¿Puedes cortar el alambre con esos alicates?

Can you cut the wire with those pliers?

Tips for using alambre

  • The noun is masculine (el alambre) and plural alambres, and in shops naming the application and diameter prevents receiving craft wire instead of electrical cable.

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