el lince

the lynx

Example Sentence

El lince observa quieto antes de saltar.

The lynx watches still before jumping.

Meaning

El lince is a lynx, a wild cat known for cautious movement and intense watching. It often appears in sentences about silence and sudden motion.

Common Phrases

  • un lince ibérico — an Iberian lynx
  • ojos de lince — sharp eyes (literally "lynx eyes")

Example

Un lince aparece entre los pinos y mira fijo.

A lynx appears among the pines and stares steadily.

Common Mistake

Pronunciation-spelling mix-up: write lince, not linze.