What does "púas" mean in English?

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Spanish

púas

English

spines

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Alternative translations of "púas"

barbs
points
prongs
spikes

Examples of how to use "púas" in Spanish

Spanish
El erizo tiene muchas púas.
English
The hedgehog has many spines.
Spanish
Las púas del cactus son muy afiladas.
English
The cactus's spines are very sharp.
Spanish
Compré nuevas púas para mi guitarra.
English
I bought new pricks for my guitar.
Spanish
Ten cuidado con las púas en el camino.
English
Be careful with the thorns on the path.
Spanish
Las púas del erizo son un peligro.
English
The hedgehog's spines are dangerous.

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El erizo tiene muchas púas.

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