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alborada means dawn (poetic) — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 5, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

alborada

noun • /[ahl-boh-RAH-dah]/

dawn (poetic)

Example:

La alborada pintó la montaña de oro brillante.

The dawn painted the mountain in shining gold.

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🧠 What does alborada mean?

Alborada is a beautiful and evocative Spanish word that refers to the dawn or daybreak. It carries a poetic and often romantic connotation, suggesting the magical time when night transitions into day. It's a richer, more literary term than the standard words for dawn, like 'amanecer'. Think of it as capturing the very essence and beauty of the first light.

📚 Extra examples

  • La alborada pintaba el cielo con tonos rosados y dorados.
    The dawn painted the sky with pink and golden hues.
  • Contemplaron la alborada desde la cima de la montaña.
    They contemplated the dawn from the mountaintop.
  • La alborada trajo consigo una sensación de paz y renovación.
    The dawn brought with it a sense of peace and renewal.
  • El poeta describió la alborada con palabras llenas de lirismo.
    The poet described the dawn with lyrical words.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'dawn' in Spanish?
The common word for dawn is 'amanecer'. However, 'alborada' is a more poetic and evocative term.
How do you pronounce 'alborada' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ahl-boh-RAH-dah, with the stress on the third syllable.
How do you use 'alborada' in a sentence?
You could say 'La alborada era espectacular' (The dawn was spectacular) or 'Disfrutaron de la tranquila alborada' (They enjoyed the peaceful dawn).
What is the English translation of 'alborada'?
The English translation of 'alborada' is 'dawn', specifically in a poetic or literary context.
Does 'alborada' change for gender or number?
No, 'alborada' is always feminine and singular.
Is 'alborada' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood, 'alborada' is less common than 'amanecer' in everyday conversation. It's more often used in literature, poetry, or formal settings.
Does 'alborada' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'alborada' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is consistently related to the dawn.
Is 'alborada' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'alborada' are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "alborada"

Synonyms: amanecer, aurora
Opposites: anochecer, atardecer

💡 Did You Know?

Apart from its literal meaning, 'alborada' can also refer to a traditional Spanish aubade, a piece of music played at dawn.

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