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arch in Spanish

arch in Spanish is arca, pícaro, principal — arch means a curved structure that spans an opening, typically supporting the weight above it.

arch in Spanish

arca

suffix

leading, leader

pícaro

adj

Knowing, clever, mischievous.

principal

adj

Principal; primary.

arco

noun

puente

noun

(anatomy) The curved part of the bottom of a foot.

arquear

verb

(transitive) To form into an arch shape.

archi-

prefix

arzo-

prefix

arqui-

prefix

What does "arch" mean?

noun A curved structure that spans an opening, typically supporting the weight above it.
"Rain dripped from the old brick arch above the station entrance."
verb To bend into a curved shape.
"The gymnast arched her body backwards to form a perfect curve."
adj Deliberately playful, knowing, or mischievous, often in tone or expression.
"He raised one eyebrow and gave his friend an arch look."
adj Chief or foremost, used as a prefix in words like "archenemy" or "archbishop".
"The detective finally caught up with his arch enemy in the old warehouse."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

arch in a sentence

Rain dripped from the old brick arch above the station entrance.
They walked through the stone arch into the courtyard.
The gymnast arched her body backwards to form a perfect curve.
Wind made the tall branches arch over the narrow lane.

Similar words in Spanish

arc archway bend condescending curve impish mischievous sly

Common Spanish translations

the of to and a in i IS that for you IT

Frequently asked questions

What is "arch" in Spanish?

"arch" in Spanish is arca, pícaro, principal. arch means: A curved structure that spans an opening, typically supporting the weight above it.

How do you use "arch" in a sentence?

Example: "Rain dripped from the old brick arch above the station entrance." In Spanish, "arch" is arca, pícaro, principal.

Are there other ways to say "arch" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 9 translations listed for "arch": arca, pícaro, principal, arco, puente, arquear.

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