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historia

English translation of historia

story

The Spanish word for 'story' is 'historia'. It can be used in a variety of contexts, just like in English. For instance, it can refer to a narrative or tale, as in a book, movie or anecdote. Additionally, it can also refer to history in a general context. For example, 'la historia del mundo' would be translated to 'the history of the world'. Thus, context is important to discern the intended meaning.


Example sentences using: historia

Me gusta leer libros de historia

English translation of Me gusta leer libros de historia

I like to read history books

This sentence expresses a person's preference for reading history books.

La historia de la humanidad es fascinante

English translation of La historia de la humanidad es fascinante

Human history is fascinating

This sentence implies that the story of human progress and evolution is exciting and intriguing.

Estoy estudiando historia en la universidad

English translation of Estoy estudiando historia en la universidad

I'm studying history at university

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Historia es mi materia favorita

English translation of Historia es mi materia favorita

History is my favorite subject

This sentence communicates the speaker's preference for the subject of history over other academic subjects.

La historia se repite

English translation of La historia se repite

History repeats itself

This is a phrase that suggests events in history happen in cycles or periods of similarity.

Él enseña historia en la escuela secundaria

English translation of Él enseña historia en la escuela secundaria

He teaches history in high school

This sentence describes a high school teacher's job, where teaching history is his primary responsibility.

Aprendemos mucho de nuestra historia

English translation of Aprendemos mucho de nuestra historia

We learn a lot from our history

This sentence suggests that understanding history provides significant insight, lessons or wisdom.

La historia de este pueblo es muy antigua

English translation of La historia de este pueblo es muy antigua

The history of this town is very old

This sentence emphasizes the age and longevity of a particular town or city's history.

Quiero escribir una historia real

English translation of Quiero escribir una historia real

I want to write a real story

This sentence expresses someone's desire to write or document a true and factual event or sequence of events.

Esa es una historia interesante

English translation of Esa es una historia interesante

That is an interesting story

This sentence indicates that a recently mentioned narrative or account has aroused the speaker's interest.

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