Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
How to Say Screen in Spanish
Pantalla · noun · pahn-TAH-yah
The Spanish word for screen is 'pantalla,' covering everything from phone and computer screens to movie theater screens. For a window screen used to keep insects out, Spanish speakers typically say 'mosquitero.'
Say 'pantalla' as pahn-TAH-yah. The double 'l' is pronounced like a 'y' in most Spanish dialects.
La pantalla de mi teléfono se rompió ayer.
My phone screen broke yesterday.
screen in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for screen, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| pantalla | screen | pahn-TAH-yah | Default, widely understood |
| pantalla de cine | screen | movie screen specifically | |
| mosquitero | screen | window screen / insect screen |
How Native Speakers Use Pantalla
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Tech context
Necesito cambiar la pantalla de mi computadora.
I need to change my computer screen.
Discussing a broken monitor.
Movie theater
La pantalla del cine era enorme.
The movie theater screen was enormous.
Describing an experience at the cinema.
Phone usage
No mires la pantalla por tanto tiempo.
Don't look at the screen for so long.
Giving advice about screen time.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Pantalla
Using 'screeno' as a false adaptation
Incorrect: El screeno está roto.
Correct: La pantalla está rota.
There is no Spanish word 'screeno.' The correct term is 'pantalla,' a feminine noun that takes 'la' and 'rota.'
Wrong meaning for window screen
Incorrect: Cierra la pantalla de la ventana.
Correct: Cierra el mosquitero de la ventana.
A window screen that keeps bugs out is called 'mosquitero,' not 'pantalla,' which refers to display screens.
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Common Questions About screen in Spanish
- Does 'pantalla' only refer to electronic screens?
- While 'pantalla' most commonly refers to electronic displays like phones, TVs, and computers, it also means a movie theater screen or even a lampshade in some contexts.
- How do you say 'screen time' in Spanish?
- The phrase 'tiempo de pantalla' is widely used in Spanish to describe the amount of time spent looking at electronic screens.
- What is a 'pantalla táctil'?
- A 'pantalla táctil' is a touchscreen, combining 'pantalla' (screen) with 'táctil' (tactile or touch-based).