Here’s a list of Spanish words that start with the letter U, along with brief descriptions of each:
- Ubicación – Location or place where something is situated.
- Ubiquérrimo – Extremely ubiquitous; present everywhere.
- Ucrania – Ukraine, a country in Eastern Europe.
- Ud – An abbreviation for “usted,” which is a formal way to address someone as “you.”
- Udo – A type of plant known for its medicinal properties, or a given name.
- Ujier – A doorman or usher, someone who manages entry into a place.
- Ultravioleta – Ultraviolet, referring to the type of light rays that are beyond the visible spectrum.
- Umbra – The darkest part of a shadow, especially the shadow of a celestial body.
- Unánime – Unanimous, when everyone is in agreement.
- Unción – Anointing, the act of applying oil as part of a ritual or ceremony.
- Undécimo – Eleventh in a sequence.
- Unidad – Unit or unity; a single entity or the state of being united.
- Universal – Universal, referring to something that is applicable everywhere or to everyone.
- Universidad – University, an institution of higher learning.
- Unisonido – Unison, a musical term for playing or singing the same note simultaneously.
- Urgencia – Urgency, the state of requiring immediate attention.
- Urna – Urn, a container often used for holding ashes or for voting.
- Uso – Use or usage; the act of employing something for a particular purpose.
- Usufructo – Usufruct, a legal right to enjoy the use and advantages of another's property.
- Usura – Usury, the practice of lending money at unreasonably high interest rates.
- Utopía – Utopia, an ideal place or state of perfection that does not exist.
Each of these words provides a glimpse into various aspects of Spanish vocabulary starting with “U”.