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la sangre
blood
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How do you say sangre in Spanish?
How do you pronounce sangre in Spanish?
sangre is pronounced /la ˈsaŋɡɾe/ in Spanish.
Example sentences
La sangre roja fluye por nuestras venas, llevando oxígeno a todo el cuerpo.
The red blood flows through our veins, carrying oxygen throughout the body. (Feminine article 'la' and feminine adjective 'roja' agree with 'sangre')
La sangre donada es vital para salvar vidas en los hospitales.
The donated blood is vital for saving lives in hospitals. (Feminine article 'la' and feminine past participle adjective 'donada' agree with 'sangre')
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Why is it feminine?
Sangre is feminine because it derives from Latin "sanguis," which, despite being masculine in Latin, underwent a gender shift in Spanish—likely due to its ending in "-e" and analogy with other feminine nouns, though the exact mechanism remains somewhat unclear and it's best considered an exception to predictable patterns.
What is the Spanish word for blood?
The Spanish word for blood is la sangre — feminine.
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