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guía means guide (person / book) — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 20, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

guía

noun • /[GEE-ah]/

guide (person / book)

Example:

Nuestro guía habla inglés y francés también.

Our guide speaks English and French too.

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🧠 What does guía mean?

The Spanish word "guía" is a handy noun that can mean both "guide" as in a person who shows you around and "guide" as in a book or manual. So, it can refer to your friendly tour guide in Barcelona or that trusty travel guidebook you packed in your suitcase.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito una guía para este museo.
    I need a guide for this museum.
  • La guía nos explicó la historia del castillo.
    The guide explained the history of the castle to us.
  • Compré una guía de viaje para mi viaje a Perú.
    I bought a travel guide for my trip to Peru.
  • Consulta la guía de usuario para obtener instrucciones.
    Consult the user guide for instructions.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'guide' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'guide' is 'guía'.
How do you pronounce 'guía' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'GEE-ah', with the emphasis on the first syllable.
How do you use 'guía' in a sentence?
You can use it like this: 'La guía nos mostró la ciudad.' (The guide showed us the city.) Or: 'Usé la guía para encontrar un buen restaurante.' (I used the guide to find a good restaurant.)
What is the English translation of 'guía'?
'Guía' translates to 'guide' in English, both as a person and as a book/manual.
Does 'guía' change for gender or number?
While 'guía' itself doesn't change, the articles and adjectives around it will. For example, 'el guía' (masculine, singular) or 'las guías' (feminine, plural).
Is 'guía' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'guía' is a common and useful word you'll hear and see frequently.
Does 'guía' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It's a pretty straightforward word.
Is 'guía' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'guía' are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "guía"

Synonyms: manual, folleto, instructivo, asesor, orientador

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'guía' also appears in other contexts, such as 'guía telefónica' (phone book) and 'guía espiritual' (spiritual guide).

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