Wild in Spanish 🇪🇸

Pronunciation

Normal speech: sahl-BAH-heh
IPA: sal.’βa.xe

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other meanings

In a figurative sense, “salvaje” can be used to describe something that is intense, extreme, or uncontrollable, such as a party or experience.

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do not confuse with

“Salvaje” should not be confused with “salvador,” which means “savior” or “savior-like” in Spanish.

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variations by country

some countries may use alternative words such as “feroz” or “indómito” to refer to something or someone that is wild or untamed.

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mnemonic

To remember the meaning of “salvaje,” think of the English word “savage,” which has a similar meaning.

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cultural referece

In many Spanish-speaking countries, the term “salvaje” may be used to refer to animals in the wild.

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idioms

“Dejar salir el lado salvaje” – to let one’s wild side out.

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usage

“Salvaje” is an adjective in Spanish, commonly used to describe something or someone that is wild, untamed, or uncivilized.

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origin

The word “salvaje” comes from the Latin word “silvaticus,” meaning “wild, uncultivated.”

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Other word

For wild plants, the word is silvestre.

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salvaje info.

Tips to remember the word ‘salvaje’:
– You can associate ‘salvaje’ with the word ‘savage’ in English, which shares a similar meaning and sound.
– Think of ‘salvaje’ as referring to something wild, uncontrolled, or uncivilized, just like in a jungle setting—a ‘jungle’ can also be described as ‘selva’ in Spanish, which sounds similar.

Explanations:
– ‘Salvaje’ is an adjective in Spanish that describes something or someone wild, untamed, or natural. It can refer to wild animals, plants, places, or even a person’s behavior when it is considered uncivilized or unrestrained.

Other words that mean the same thing:
– ‘Feroz’ (ferocious) – often used to describe a wild and aggressive animal.
– ‘Silvestre’ (wild, as in plants or animals not domesticated or cultivated).
– ‘Indómito’ (untamed, used to describe something that cannot be tamed or controlled).

Alternate meanings, including slang:
– ‘Salvaje’ can sometimes be used in slang or in an informal context to describe something that is awesome or impressive, similar to how “wild” is used in English to describe something extraordinary or extreme.

Examples of sentences that use ‘salvaje’:
– “Los caballos salvajes corren libres por la pradera.” (The wild horses run free through the meadow.)
– “Ese surfista es un salvaje, enfrenta olas gigantescas sin miedo.” (That surfer is a savage; he faces gigantic waves without fear.)
– “La belleza salvaje de la selva tropical atrae a muchos turistas.” (The wild beauty of the rainforest attracts many tourists.)
– “No puedes comportarte de manera salvaje en una cena formal.” (You can’t behave in a wild manner at a formal dinner.)

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