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.