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How to Say Peonies in Spanish: Peonías
Peonías · noun (feminine, plural) · peh-oh-NEE-ahs
Peonies in Spanish is peonías. The singular is peonía. These large, fragrant flowers are feminine nouns (la peonía, las peonías) and are popular in floral arrangements, weddings, and gardens.
peh-oh-NEE-ahs — four syllables. Stress falls on the third syllable (ni). Each vowel is pronounced separately.
Las peonías florecen en primavera.
Peonies bloom in spring.
Peonies in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for peonies, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| peonías | peonies | peh-oh-NEE-ahs | Default, widely understood |
| peonía | peonies | singular: one peony |
How Native Speakers Use Peonías
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Flower arrangements
Quiero un ramo de peonías rosadas para la boda.
I want a bouquet of pink peonies for the wedding.
Peonías are a top choice for weddings in Spanish-speaking countries.
Gardening
Las peonías necesitan sol directo y tierra bien drenada.
Peonies need direct sunlight and well-drained soil.
Gardening blogs in Spanish discuss peonías as ornamental plants.
Describing fragrance
El perfume de las peonías llenó toda la habitación.
The scent of the peonies filled the entire room.
Peonías are known for their strong, sweet fragrance.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Peonías
Spelling it peonia without accent
Incorrect: Las peonia son muy bonitas.
Correct: Las peonías son muy bonitas.
The accent on the í is essential — it breaks the diphthong and creates four syllables (pe-o-ní-a). Without it, the pronunciation changes.
Confusing peonía with peón
Incorrect: Planté un peón en el jardín.
Correct: Planté una peonía en el jardín.
Peón means laborer or pawn (in chess). Peonía is the flower. Despite the similar root, they are entirely different words.
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Common Questions About Peonies in Spanish
- How do you say peonies in Spanish?
- Peonies is peonías in Spanish. The singular is peonía. Both are feminine nouns.
- Are peonies common in Spanish-speaking countries?
- Peonies grow well in temperate climates. They are popular in Spain, Argentina, Chile, and highland areas of Mexico. They are widely used in weddings and floral design.
- What is the singular of peonías?
- Peonía — la peonía. Add -s for the plural: las peonías.