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jirafa means giraffe — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: November 20, 2025

😆 Funny Words

jirafa

noun • /[hee-RAH-fah]/

giraffe

Example:

Con esa altura pareces una jirafa.

With that height, you look like a giraffe.

🧠 What does jirafa mean?

Jirafa is a feminine noun that refers to the giraffe, a large African mammal known for its extremely long neck and legs, distinctive spotted coat, and horn-like ossicones. It is the tallest living terrestrial animal and is commonly seen in zoos and wildlife documentaries.

📚 Extra examples

  • En el safari, vimos una jirafa comiendo de la copa de una acacia.
    On the safari, we saw a giraffe eating from the top of an acacia tree.
  • El cuello de la jirafa le permite alcanzar las hojas más altas.
    The giraffe's neck allows it to reach the highest leaves.
  • Las jirafas se movían con una elegancia sorprendente por la sabana.
    The giraffes moved with surprising elegance across the savanna.

💡 Did You Know?

The Spanish word 'jirafa' originates from the Arabic 'zarāfa' (زرافة), which also means 'giraffe'. This reflects the historical path of the word through different languages and cultures.

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'giraffe' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'giraffe' is 'jirafa'.
How do you pronounce 'jirafa' in Spanish?
It is pronounced hee-RAH-fah. The 'j' has a sound similar to the English 'h' in 'hat'. The stress falls on the second syllable, '-ra-'.
How do you use 'jirafa' in a sentence?
An example sentence is: 'La jirafa es mi animal favorito del zoológico.' (The giraffe is my favorite animal at the zoo.)
What is the English translation of 'jirafa'?
The English translation of 'jirafa' is 'giraffe'.
Does 'jirafa' change for gender or number?
'Jirafa' is a feminine noun (la jirafa) regardless of the animal's sex. To specify, one can say 'la jirafa macho' (the male giraffe) or 'la jirafa hembra' (the female giraffe). The plural form is 'las jirafas'.
Is 'jirafa' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'jirafa' is the standard and universal term for the animal. It is commonly used in contexts related to animals, nature, zoos, and children's stories.
Does 'jirafa' have slang or double meanings?
Informally, 'jirafa' can be used to describe a very tall person, much like in English. For example, 'Ese jugador de baloncesto es una jirafa.' (That basketball player is a giraffe.)
Is 'jirafa' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the word 'jirafa' is used consistently across all Spanish-speaking regions to mean 'giraffe'.

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