libro de consulta
reference book
The Spanish term 'libro de consulta' translates to 'reference book' in English. This is a type of book that is not typically read from beginning to end but is instead used to provide information on specific topics or subjects. A 'libro de consulta' is used primarily for its informational resource rather than as a continuous read. Examples of reference books in English could be dictionaries, encyclopedias, almanacs, atlases, etc. These books are commonly kept for consultation at a convenient location or are easily accessible on an as-needed basis.
Example sentences using: libro de consulta
El libro de consulta me ayudó muchísimo con mi proyecto de investigación.
The reference book helped me a lot with my research project.
In this case, the 'libro de consulta' refers to a reference book, which is used as a source of information for the speaker's research project. The sentence structure is simple, subject + verb + object, and it conveys that the reference book was of great help for the completion of the project.
Mientras estudiaba para el examen, siempre tenía un libro de consulta al lado.
While I was studying for the test, I always had a reference book by my side.
This sentence uses 'libro de consulta' to indicate a reference book the speaker was using during their study for a test. This sentence uses a simple structure, where the main clause is started by setting the context of studying for a test and a secondary clause indicating the action of having a reference book.
Voy a pedirle al bibliotecario un libro de consulta sobre historia mundial.
I am going to ask the librarian for a reference book on world history.
Here, 'libro de consulta' suggests that the speaker is seeking a comprehensive book or set of books on a particular subject, in this case, world history. The sentence is future tense, indicating an action that will be taken - that of asking for a reference book.