Spanish word

hierro

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈjero/

Meaning

  • masculine nouniron

Example

El puente está hecho de hierro.

The bridge is made of iron.

Illustration for hierro (iron)

More examples

Mi médico me recomendó tomar un suplemento de hierro.

My doctor recommended that I take an iron supplement.

Core concept

Heavy gray metal used for bridges and tools.

Common phrases

  • suplemento de hierro

    iron supplement

  • nivel de hierro

    iron level

  • deficiencia de hierro

    iron deficiency

Similar words

acero: Iron-based alloy hardened for blades and structural frameworks.
metal: General term for metallic elements and alloys used as materials.
cobre: Reddish, relatively soft metal commonly used for electrical wire and pipes.
aluminio: Light, silvery metal used for cans, foil, and aircraft components.

Definition in Spanish

Metal pesado y resistente que se usa para construir y como elemento químico presente en los alimentos y la sangre.

Word origin

From Latin ferrum 'iron' via Old Spanish fierro, with the original initial f changing to h in later Spanish.

Usage tips

  • To say that something is made of iron Spanish commonly uses 'de hierro' and the nutrient sense appears in phrases like 'deficiencia de hierro' or 'suplemento de hierro'.

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