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How do you say "navy" in Spanish?

Marina

Adjective Noun

In Spanish, "navy" is Marina.

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Pronunciation

For 'Marina', tap the single r lightly with the tip of your tongue; stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable, and keep every vowel crisp and unglided.

Grammar notes

Marina is a adjective used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Llevaba un traje azul marino.

He wore a navy suit.

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How to remember Marina

Say 'Marina' while picturing yourself in the situation 'He wore a navy suit.' so the word sticks to that mental snapshot.

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Questions about Marina

How do you pronounce Marina?

For 'Marina', tap the single r lightly with the tip of your tongue; stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable, and keep every vowel crisp and unglided.

Is Marina formal or casual?

Marina is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is Marina used in Spanish?

Marina is used the same way as the equivalent English adjective. For example: Llevaba un traje azul marino. (He wore a navy suit.).

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