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How to Say Windshield in Spanish: Parabrisas
Parabrisas · noun · pah-rah-BREE-sahs
The Spanish word for windshield is 'parabrisas' (masculine, invariable noun). It literally breaks down as 'para' (stops/blocks) + 'brisas' (breezes), describing its function of blocking wind. The word remains the same in both singular and plural form: el parabrisas / los parabrisas.
Parabrisas is pronounced pah-rah-BREE-sahs. The stress falls on the third syllable 'bri'. The compound nature of the word (para + brisas) makes it easy to remember once you know the components.
Una piedra golpeó el parabrisas y dejó una grieta enorme.
A rock hit the windshield and left a huge crack.
Windshield in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for windshield, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| parabrisas | windshield | pah-rah-BREE-sahs | Default, widely understood |
| parabrisa | windshield | some Latin American countries (singular form) |
How Native Speakers Use Parabrisas
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Car maintenance
Necesito cambiar el parabrisas porque tiene varias fisuras.
I need to replace the windshield because it has several cracks.
Discussing vehicle repair at an auto shop.
Driving conditions
La lluvia era tan fuerte que no podía ver a través del parabrisas.
The rain was so heavy I couldn't see through the windshield.
Describing poor visibility while driving in a storm.
Car accessories
Pon el protector de sol en el parabrisas para que no se caliente el carro.
Put the sun shade on the windshield so the car doesn't heat up.
Practical advice about protecting a parked car from sun.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Parabrisas
Incorrect pluralization
Incorrect: Los parabrisases están sucios.
Correct: Los parabrisas están sucios.
Parabrisas is an invariable noun—it does not change form in the plural. The article 'los' alone signals the plural.
Gender confusion
Incorrect: La parabrisas se rompió.
Correct: El parabrisas se rompió.
Despite ending in 's' and referring to 'brisas' (feminine), the compound noun 'parabrisas' is masculine and uses 'el'.
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Common Questions About Windshield in Spanish
- How do you say 'windshield wipers' in Spanish?
- Windshield wipers are called 'limpiaparabrisas' (literally 'windshield cleaners') in most Spanish-speaking countries, or sometimes shortened to 'plumas' in Mexico or 'escobillas' in other regions.
- Is parabrisas one word or two?
- Parabrisas is written as one single word without a hyphen or space, functioning as a compound noun formed from the verb 'parar' (to stop) and the noun 'brisas' (breezes).
- What's the difference between parabrisas and luneta?
- The parabrisas is the front windshield of a car, while the 'luneta' (or 'luneta trasera') refers to the rear window—both are glass panels, but they are on opposite ends of the vehicle.