Spanish Word · Intermediate
barbijo
face mask, surgical mask
Pronunciation: /baɾˈbixo/
Meaning
face mask, surgical mask
Example
La ciudad de Tarija amaneció con una densa humareda y autoridades de salud recomendaron la utilización de barbijos para evitar malestares.
The city of Tarija awoke in a dense cloud of smoke and health authorities recommended the use of face masks to avoid discomfort.
Practice tips
- Practice barbijo out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.