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blasón means coat of arms — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 21, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

blasón

noun • /[blah-SON]/

coat of arms

Example:

El blasón antiguo presidía la sala solemne.

The ancient coat of arms presided over the solemn hall.

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🧠 What does blasón mean?

A 'blasón' is a coat of arms, an emblematic design on a shield or banner, traditionally associated with a family, individual, or organization. Think knights, castles, and noble families! It represents their history, honor, and achievements. It's a visual symbol packed with meaning.

📚 Extra examples

  • El blasón de la familia real incluye un león rampante.
    The royal family's coat of arms includes a rampant lion.
  • El caballero portaba un escudo con su blasón.
    The knight carried a shield with his coat of arms.
  • Estudié el blasón para comprender su historia familiar.
    I studied the coat of arms to understand their family history.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'coat of arms' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'coat of arms' is 'blasón'.
How do you pronounce 'blasón' in Spanish?
It's pronounced blah-SON, with the emphasis on the second syllable.
How do you use 'blasón' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El blasón de la ciudad es muy antiguo' (The city's coat of arms is very old), or 'Este castillo aún conserva el blasón original' (This castle still preserves the original coat of arms).
What is the English translation of 'blasón'?
'Blasón' translates to 'coat of arms' in English.
Does 'blasón' change for gender or number?
No, 'blasón' remains the same whether you're talking about one or many.
Is 'blasón' common in everyday Spanish?
While not used daily, 'blasón' is understood and used when discussing history, heraldry, or describing something symbolic of a family or institution.
Does 'blasón' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. Its meaning is pretty straightforward related to heraldry and emblems.
Is 'blasón' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'blasón' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "blasón"

Synonyms: escudo de armas

💡 Did You Know?

Coats of arms were originally used in battle to identify knights, since they were covered head-to-toe in armor! Over time, they became a symbol of family heritage and pride.

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