What is the Spanish word for "pawn"?

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

English

pawn

Spanish

peón

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Alternative translations of "pawn"

ficha

Examples of how to use "pawn" in Spanish

English
A pawn is the weakest piece in chess.
Spanish
Un peón es la pieza más débil en el ajedrez.
English
He moved the pawn two squares forward.
Spanish
Movió el peón dos casillas hacia adelante.
English
She felt like a pawn in politics.
Spanish
Ella se sintió como una pieza en la política.
English
Please pawn this watch for some money.
Spanish
Por favor, enajena este reloj por algo de dinero.
English
The pawn protected the king during play.
Spanish
El peón protegió al rey durante la partida.

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