pétalo means petal — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: September 21, 2025
pétalo
noun • /[PEH-tah-loh]/
petal
Example:
Un pétalo cayó suave sobre mi palma abierta.
A petal fell softly onto my open palm.
🧠 What does pétalo mean?
Pétalo is the Spanish word for 'petal', the soft, colorful, and often fragrant part of a flower. Think of the delicate, individual leaves that make up a rose or a tulip – those are petals, or *pétalos*. The word evokes a sense of beauty and fragility.
📚 Extra examples
- La rosa tenía pétalos rojos aterciopelados.
The rose had velvety red petals. - El viento esparció los pétalos por el jardín.
The wind scattered the petals throughout the garden. - Recogió un pétalo caído y lo guardó en su libro.
She picked up a fallen petal and kept it in her book. - Las abejas recogen el néctar de los pétalos de las flores.
Bees collect nectar from the petals of flowers.
💡 Did You Know?
In some cultures, flower petals are used in ceremonies, cooking, and even for medicinal purposes.
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❓ FAQ
How do you say 'petal' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'petal' is 'pétalo'.
How do you pronounce 'pétalo' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'PAY-tah-lo'. The stress falls on the first syllable.
How do you use 'pétalo' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'La flor tiene cinco pétalos' (The flower has five petals), or 'Los pétalos de la margarita son blancos' (The daisy's petals are white).
What is the English translation of 'pétalo'?
'Pétalo' translates to 'petal' in English.
Does 'pétalo' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'pétalo' is a masculine noun. For plural, you use 'pétalos'.
Is 'pétalo' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word, 'pétalo' is commonly understood and used when talking about flowers or nature.
Does 'pétalo' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'pétalo' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a straightforward word.
Is 'pétalo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'pétalo' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.
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