capítulo 1
The Spanish phrase for "chapter 1" is capítulo 1.
This phrase refers to the first main section of a book.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word capítulo can also refer to a specific episode of a television series rather than just a section of a book.
- The word capítulo comes from a Latin root meaning 'head', making it a distant linguistic relative of the English word 'capital'.
- In certain religious contexts, a capítulo can refer to a specific meeting or a chapter of a religious order, rather than just a section of text.
Examples in context
- El Capítulo 1 de esta tesis argumenta la relevancia del tema principal.Chapter 1 of this thesis argues the relevance of the main topic.
- No puedo creer lo emocionante que está el capítulo uno de esta novela.I can't believe how exciting chapter one of this novel is.
- He leído el capítulo 1.I have read chapter 1.
- El capítulo 1 es muy corto.Chapter 1 is very short.
- Lee el capítulo 1 para la clase.Read chapter 1 for the class.
- Todavía no he terminado el capítulo 1.I haven't finished chapter 1 yet.
Example conversation
María and Daniel are discussing their textbook in a library.
- María¿Ya leíste el capítulo 1, Daniel?Have you read chapter 1 yet, Daniel?
- DanielNo, el capítulo 1 es muy difícil.No, chapter 1 is very difficult.
- MaríaYo también lo encontré complicado.I found it complicated too.
- DanielVamos a estudiar juntos mañana.Let's study together tomorrow.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries capítulo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
