What is the Spanish word for "bear"?

Learn how to say "bear" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

bear

Spanish

oso

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Alternative translations of "bear"

soportar
dar a luz
producir
llevar

Examples of how to use "bear" in Spanish

English
A large black bear was seen nearby.
Spanish
Se vio un gran oso negro cerca.
English
A bear crossed the forest path.
Spanish
Un oso cruzó el sendero del bosque.
English
We saw a bear near the river.
Spanish
Vimos un oso cerca del río.
English
The bear cub followed its mother.
Spanish
La cría de oso siguió a su madre.
English
That bear looks calm but strong.
Spanish
Ese oso parece tranquilo pero fuerte.

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