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palabra

English translation of palabra

word

The Spanish term 'palabra' literally translates into 'word' in English. It is used in the same way as in English, to represent a single distinct meaningful unit of language that has spelling and pronunciation. It can be used in a sentence like 'una palabra en español' which means 'a word in Spanish.'


Example sentences using: palabra

La última palabra siempre la tiene mi madre.

English translation of La última palabra siempre la tiene mi madre.

The last word is always my mother's.

This Spanish saying implies that the final decision always lies with the speaker's mother.

Necesito buscar la definición de esta palabra.

English translation of Necesito buscar la definición de esta palabra.

I need to look up the definition of this word.

This phrase can be used when someone needs to look up the definition of a word they do not understand.

La palabra 'amor' tiene muchos significados.

English translation of La palabra 'amor' tiene muchos significados.

The word 'love' has many meanings.

The sentence is used when talking about a word that carries multiple meanings, such as 'love'.

La palabra del día es 'abrazo'.

English translation of La palabra del día es 'abrazo'.

The word of the day is 'hug'.

This phrase would be used in a language learning context, where a particular word is highlighted for the day.

En mis propias palabras, diría que la vida es un viaje.

English translation of En mis propias palabras, diría que la vida es un viaje.

In my own words, I would say that life is a journey.

This is used to express personal interpretations or opinions.

No pude decir una palabra porque estaba demasiado emocionado.

English translation of No pude decir una palabra porque estaba demasiado emocionado.

I couldn't say a word because I was too emotional.

This can be used when someone found themselves too overwhelmed by their emotions to speak.

Sin decir una palabra, ella entendió lo que pasaba.

English translation of Sin decir una palabra, ella entendió lo que pasaba.

Without saying a word, she understood what was happening.

This phrase suggests that the subject is able to understand the situation without needing verbal explanations.

Una palabra puede cambiar toda la historia.

English translation of Una palabra puede cambiar toda la historia.

One word can change the whole story.

This sentence emphasizes the impact and importance of using the correct word in narratives and discussions.

Esta es tu palabra contra la mía.

English translation of Esta es tu palabra contra la mía.

This is your word against mine.

This is a typical phrase used in disagreements where each person has different versions of the same story.

Esta es una palabra difícil de entender.

English translation of Esta es una palabra difícil de entender.

This is a difficult word to understand.

This example phrase is commonly used when someone finds a word complex or hard to comprehend.

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