Spanish

The phrase “can you adopt me, please?” in Spanish is translated as ¿puedes adoptarme, por favor?

The English word heist is translated into Spanish as atraco or robo. Both terms refer to the act of a robbery or burglary.

The Spanish word for skiing is esquí. esquí is a masculine noun used to refer to the sport or the activity of skiing.

The slang for being worn out is Estoy hecho polvo, literally “I am made into dust”. Friends also say Estoy muerto, Estoy reventado and Estoy molido.

The English phrase “you’re mine forever” can be translated into Spanish as eres mío para siempre.

The English phrase ‘help me please’ is translated into Spanish as ayúdame, por favor.

The English phrase “also known as” is translated into Spanish as también conocido como. This prepositional phrase is used to introduce an alternative name.

Earrings in Puerto Rico are pantallas. The word aretes is also understood. You say un par de pantallas for a pair of earrings.

To inhale in Spanish is to say inhalar. The verb refers to the act of drawing air or a substance into the lungs.

To say “I love art” in Spanish, you say me encanta el arte. The phrase is used to express a strong liking or passion for art.