Apple Pencil
/abple penθil/from spelling rules
The phrase "apple pen" in Spanish is translated as Apple Pencil, referring to the digital stylus created by Apple for use with their tablets.
Did you know?
- The Spanish word for pencil, lápiz, originates from the Latin word for 'stone' because early pencils were made from graphite ore.
- In some regions, the technical term for a stylus is estilete, but this is the same word used for a 'stiletto' high heel or a sharp surgical instrument.
- Translating the phrase literally as lápiz de manzana suggests the object is physically made out of fruit rather than being a brand name.
Examples in context
- ¿Ya viste mi nuevo lapicero de Apple? Es perfecto para mi iPad.Did you see my new Apple Pen? It is perfect for my iPad.
- El increíble bolígrafo de Apple tiene una punta sensible a la presión, perfecta para ilustrar en mi iPad.The incredible Apple Pen has a pressure-sensitive tip, perfect for illustrating on my iPad.
- Necesito comprar un Apple Pencil.I need to buy an Apple Pencil.
- ¿Dónde dejaste el Apple Pencil?Where did you leave the Apple Pencil?
- El Apple Pencil funciona muy bien.The Apple Pencil works very well.
Example conversation
Sofía is looking for her drawing tool in the living room.
- MateoSofía, ¿has visto mi Apple Pencil?Sofía, have you seen my Apple Pencil?
- SofíaCreo que está sobre la mesa.I think it is on the table.
- MateoSí, aquí está el Apple Pencil.Yes, here is the Apple Pencil.
- SofíaQué bueno que lo encontraste, Mateo.I'm glad you found it, Mateo.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
