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ámbar means amber — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 8, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

ámbar

noun • /[AHM-bar]/

amber

Example:

La luz ámbar iluminaba la vieja lámpara.

Amber light illuminated the old lamp.

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🧠 What does ámbar mean?

Ámbar refers to the fossilized tree resin, typically a warm golden-orange color, often used in jewelry. It can also describe anything with that characteristic amber hue, like the color of some beers or the warm glow of a sunset. Less commonly, but beautifully, it can also poetically refer to the preserved remains of something precious, like a cherished memory.

📚 Extra examples

  • El collar de ámbar brillaba bajo el sol.
    The amber necklace shimmered under the sun.
  • La cerveza tenía un color ámbar profundo.
    The beer had a deep amber color.
  • Sus ojos color ámbar reflejaban la luz del fuego.
    Their amber eyes reflected the firelight.
  • Guardaba la carta como si fuera una preciosa pieza de ámbar, un ámbar de recuerdos.
    They kept the letter as if it were a precious piece of amber, an amber of memories.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'amber' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'amber' is 'ámbar'.
How do you pronounce 'ámbar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'AHM-bar', with the emphasis on the first syllable. The 'a' sounds are similar to the 'a' in 'father'.
How do you use 'ámbar' in a sentence?
You can use 'ámbar' to describe the color of something, like 'ojos color ámbar' (amber eyes), or to refer to the fossilized resin itself, like 'un collar de ámbar' (an amber necklace).
What is the English translation of 'ámbar'?
The English translation of 'ámbar' is 'amber'.
Does 'ámbar' change for gender or number?
No, 'ámbar' is invariable. It stays the same whether you're talking about one or many, and it doesn't have a masculine or feminine form.
Is 'ámbar' common in everyday Spanish?
While not incredibly common, 'ámbar' is certainly understood and used in everyday conversations, especially when describing colors.
Does 'ámbar' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'ámbar' doesn't have any common slang or double meanings.
Is 'ámbar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'ámbar' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "ámbar"

Synonyms: dorado, miel, topacio

💡 Did You Know?

The fossilized resin we call amber is sometimes millions of years old and can contain perfectly preserved insects and plants from prehistoric times.

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