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sábanas means sheets — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 10, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

sábanas

noun • /[SAH-bah-nahs]/

sheets

Example:

Las sábanas parecen húmedas, ¿pueden cambiarlas?

The sheets feel damp, can you change them?

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🧠 What does sábanas mean?

Sábanas is the Spanish word for "sheets" (as in bedsheets). It's always used in the plural form, referring to the top and bottom sheet together. While you might occasionally see "sábana" in the singular, it's much less common and usually refers to a single sheet or a large piece of fabric.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito sábanas limpias para mi cama.
    I need clean sheets for my bed.
  • ¿Podría tener un juego de sábanas extra, por favor?
    Could I have an extra set of sheets, please?
  • Las sábanas estaban suaves y frescas.
    The sheets were soft and fresh.
  • Me encanta la sensación de sábanas limpias después de un largo día.
    I love the feeling of clean sheets after a long day.
  • El hotel nos proporcionó sábanas y toallas.
    The hotel provided us with sheets and towels.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'sheets' in Spanish?
The word for 'sheets' in Spanish is 'sábanas'.
How do you pronounce 'sábanas' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'SAH-bah-nahs', with the emphasis on the first syllable. The 's' sounds like the 's' in 'sun'.
How do you use 'sábanas' in a sentence?
Here are a couple of examples: 'Necesito sábanas limpias' (I need clean sheets), or 'Las sábanas son muy suaves' (The sheets are very soft).
What is the English translation of 'sábanas'?
The English translation of 'sábanas' is 'sheets'.
Does 'sábanas' change for gender or number?
'Sábanas' is always plural. While the singular 'sábana' exists, it’s less common when talking about bed linens.
Is 'sábanas' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'sábanas' is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Does 'sábanas' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It's a pretty straightforward word.
Is 'sábanas' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'sábanas' are the same across Spain and Latin America.

💡 Did You Know?

In some Spanish-speaking regions, you might hear the word 'ropa de cama' (bedclothes) used to refer to all bedding, including sheets, blankets, and pillowcases.

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