Spanish Words That Start with P (With Examples, Translations, and Fun Facts!)

Learning Spanish can feel like a big mountain to climb, but breaking it down letter by letter makes it way more fun (and easier)! Today, we’re diving into Spanish words that start with P. 🎉

This letter is super important because so many everyday Spanish words, foods, cities, and even feelings begin with “P.” Whether you’re trying to grow your vocabulary, impress your Spanish teacher, or just have fun, this list is a great place to start.

Looking for a more in-depth look at the Spanish letter P? Check this out The Spanish P | Animals, Words, and Tongue-Twisters!

 

 

Common Spanish Words with P 

The letter P shows up all the time in Spanish. You’ll hear it in simple words like:

Spanish	English
Padre	Father
Pan	Bread
Pequeño	Small
Pueblo	Town
Papel	Paper

If you’re just getting started, these are some good words to practice because they’re used all the time. Notice how clean the “P” sound is in Spanish — it’s not heavy like in English. It’s light and quick!

Want to take a closer look at the sounds of the Spanish alphabet? Check out these audio clips of each Spanish letter in the alphabet!

Spanish Food That Starts with P 

If you’re a foodie (like me), you’ll love learning about Spanish food that starts with P. Here are a few tasty ones:

Spanish Food	English Translation
Paella	Famous rice dish with seafood, chicken, or vegetables 🍤🍚
Pan	Bread (served at almost every Spanish meal!) 🍞
Pimientos	Peppers (sweet or spicy) 🌶️
Pulpo	Octopus (a popular dish especially in Galicia, Spain) 🐙
Pastel	Cake or pastry (can be sweet or savory) 🎂
Patatas Bravas	Fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce (classic Spanish tapa!) 🍟🔥
Pisto	Spanish-style ratatouille made with tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, and onion 🍅
Pollo Asado	Roasted chicken (a comforting and common dish) 🍗
Pan con Tomate	Bread rubbed with fresh tomato, olive oil, and salt (popular in Catalonia) 🍅🍞
Percebes	Goose barnacles (an expensive seafood delicacy in Spain!) 🦀

Fun Fact: If you visit Spain, paella is one of the most famous dishes you MUST try. It’s colorful, delicious, and full of flavor. 🥘

More Spanish Words That Start with P (With English Translation)

Let’s dig deeper into Spanish words that start with P with English translation. These words are great for building your Spanish skills:

Spanish Word	English Translation
Palabra	Word 📖
Paseo	Walk / Stroll 🚶
Pintura	Painting 🎨
Primavera	Spring (season) 🌸
Paciencia	Patience 😌
Problema	Problem 🤔
Planeta	Planet 🪐
Piedra	Stone / Rock 🪨
Película	Movie 🎬
Pregunta	Question ❓
Policía	Police 👮
Pueblo	Town / Village 🏘️
Poema	Poem ✍️
Propósito	Purpose / Intention 🎯
Prisa	Hurry / Rush 🏃‍♂️
Pasear	To stroll / Walk around 🚶‍♀️
Peinar	To comb (hair) 💇
Pintar	To paint 🎨
Prometer	To promise 🤝
Participar	To participate 🙋

These are everyday words you’ll hear a lot when speaking or listening to Spanish conversations.

6-Letter Spanish Words That Start with P

If you want to dive a little deeper, here are some 6-letter Spanish words that start with P:

Spanish	English
Pueblo	Town
Pintar	To paint
Pesado	Heavy
Pulgar	Thumb 👍

It’s fun to look for patterns, like how a lot of these words are related to people or everyday life!

Spanish City Beginning with P 

Did you know there are some amazing cities in Spanish-speaking countries that start with P?

Here’s one you should know:

• • Puebla, Mexico: A beautiful city famous for colorful tiles, delicious food, and historic churches.

Puebla is a UNESCO World Heritage site, so it’s a pretty big deal!

City/Town	Country
Puebla	Mexico
Punta Arenas	Chile
Puerto Vallarta	Mexico
Ponce	Puerto Rico
Palencia	Spain
Pontevedra	Spain
Pamplona	Spain
Piura	Peru
Pucallpa	Peru
Puerto Plata	Dominican Republic
Portoviejo	Ecuador
Pátzcuaro	Mexico
Puerto Maldonado	Peru
Pinar del Río	Cuba
Puerto Montt	Chile

Check out this list of the best Spanish-speaking countries to visit!

More Spanish Words That Start with P (And More English Translation)

Let’s take a minute to look at Spanish words that start with P and their English translation in a few more examples:

Spanish	English
Precio	Price
Paciente	Patient
Pronto	Soon
Poeta	Poet

You’re probably starting to notice that P words cover tons of categories — feelings, actions, people, and places. Here are some Spanish P songs if that’s something you’re interested in as well.

Positive Words That Start with P in Spanish 🌟

Want to spread good vibes in Spanish? Here are some positive words that start with P:

Spanish	English
Pacífico	Peaceful
Poderoso	Powerful
Perfecto	Perfect
Precioso	Precious
Perseverante	Perseverant

Practicing these words will help you sound more uplifting and confident when you speak Spanish. Looking for more Spanish words to practice? We’ve got you covered.

👉 More Spanish Vocabulary

Spanish Words That Start with Pa

Words that start with Pa are surprisingly common. Check these out:

Spanish	English
Pared	Wall
Palabra	Word
Parque	Park
Pájaro	Bird 🐦
Pasar	To pass or happen

Knowing “pa-” words can make it easier to guess meanings even if you’re not sure about the full word yet!

Spanish Words That Start with Po

Now let’s explore some cool Spanish words that start with Po:

Spanish	English
Poder	To be able to
Pollo	Chicken 🍗
Policía	Police
Pobre	Poor
Por qué	Why?

“Po” words pop up a lot when you’re asking questions or ordering food. “Pollo” is super important if you ever go to a restaurant!

Spanish Words That Start with P and End with O

Let’s find some fun Spanish words that start with P and end with O:

Spanish	English
Pueblo	Town
Pelo	Hair
Polvo	Dust
Pimiento	Pepper

It’s cool to notice how certain endings can hint at a word’s meaning, especially if you’re learning new vocab fast.

Spanish Words with P in the Middle 🔤

What about words where P is hiding in the middle? Here are a few:

Spanish	English
Rápido	Fast
Tiempo	Time
Amparo	Shelter
Limpio	Clean

Learning these will help you recognize more words even when the “P” isn’t at the beginning!

Spanish Words That Start with Para

Finally, let’s talk about Spanish words that start with Para. This little word shows up all over the place:

Spanish	English
Para	For / in order to
Parar	To stop
Pariente	Relative
Paraíso	Paradise 🌴

The word para is a key building block for making Spanish sentences sound natural. You’ll use it when you talk about gifts, goals, and destinations!

Final Thoughts ✨

As you can see, Spanish words that start with P cover everything — from food to feelings to fun places. Whether you’re learning Spanish for school, travel, or just for fun, building your vocabulary with one letter at a time is a smart way to grow fast.

And if you loved learning about P words, don’t miss our guide on 50+ Spanish words that start with E! 🚀

You can also check out these Spanish words that start with L!

More great Spanish learning adventures are just one letter away. 📚

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