What is the Spanish word for "male"?

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

English

male

Spanish

macho

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Alternative translations of "male"

varón

Examples of how to use "male" in Spanish

English
A male lion has a large mane.
Spanish
Un león macho tiene una melena grande.
English
The male bird built a small nest.
Spanish
El pájaro macho construyó un pequeño nido.
English
A male student asked a polite question.
Spanish
Un estudiante masculino hizo una pregunta cortés.
English
Please bring the male patient to reception.
Spanish
Por favor, traiga al paciente masculino a la recepción.
English
That male actor won a big award.
Spanish
Ese actor masculino ganó un gran premio.

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