What is the Spanish word for "jib"?

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

English

jib

Spanish

pluma

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Alternative translations of "jib"

foque

Examples of how to use "jib" in Spanish

English
The crane's jib swung over the building.
Spanish
El pluma del grúa se balanceó sobre el edificio.
English
The sailor adjusted the jib before sailing.
Spanish
El marinero ajustó la vela antes de zarpar.
English
A small tear appeared in the jib.
Spanish
Apareció un pequeño desgarro en la vela.
English
They raised the jib to catch wind.
Spanish
Levantaron la vela para captar el viento.
English
His job was to clean the jib.
Spanish
Su trabajo era limpiar la vela.

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The crane's jib swung over the building.

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