What is the Spanish word for "butcher"?

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

English

butcher

Spanish

carnicero

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Alternative translations of "butcher"

carnear
carnicera

Examples of how to use "butcher" in Spanish

English
The local butcher sells the best meat.
Spanish
El carnicero local vende la mejor carne.
English
The butcher smiled as I entered the shop.
Spanish
El carnicero sonrió cuando entré en la tienda.
English
She visited the butcher to buy fresh meat.
Spanish
Ella visitó al carnicero para comprar carne fresca.
English
We asked the butcher for a small roast.
Spanish
Le pedimos al carnicero un pequeño asado.
English
A friendly butcher wrapped the chicken carefully.
Spanish
Un carnicero amable envolvió el pollo con cuidado.

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