[2024-01-18] Hop aboard the language Express, Next Stop: Spanish!

humano

The Spanish word 'humano' similar to English word 'human' can be used in many ways, but it usually refers to a member of the Homo Sapiens species. It can be used to describe individuals, populations or the humanity as a whole. It is also used in the broader context of human rights ('derechos humanos'), human nature ('naturaleza humana'), or 'ser humano' for human being.

Here's how to use it:

• El ser humano es complejo.
• El cuerpo humano es impresionante.
• La capacidad de amar es exclusivamente humano.

conducir

The Spanish word for 'drive' is 'conducir'. It is used in similar ways to the English verb 'drive'. It can refer to operating a vehicle, like 'conducir un coche' means 'drive a car'. However, it does not have the metaphorical meanings that 'drive' does in English, like determination or motivation.

Here's how to use it:

• Yo conduzco el carro.
• Usted conducirá mi coche.
• No conduzcas después de beber.

tren

A train is a succession of vehicles that travel along rail tracks to transport cargo or passengers from one location to another. It's a popular form of public transportation in many parts of the world.

Here's how to use it:

• Voy a coger el tren.
• Espero el tren en el andén.
• El tren tiene mucha gente.

prado

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Here's how to use it:

• Los niños juegan en el prado
• La casa tiene vista al prado
• El sol se refleja hermosamente en el prado

olivo

The Spanish word 'olivo' translates to 'olive' in English. This can refer to the small oval fruit of the olive tree, which is typically green or black, commonly used as food when processed. It can also denote the olive tree itself, which is native to the Mediterranean region and is known for its fruit and the oil produced from it. Not only is it a main component of the region's cuisine, but olives have also had significant symbolic and religious uses throughout history.

Here's how to use it:

• Cosecharon las aceitunas del olivo.
• Vicente plantó un olivo en el jardín.
• No hay olivo en esta región.

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