dos
/ˈdos/
dos is the Spanish word for the number two.
The word dos translates to the English number two. It is also used in the phrase de a dos, which means 'in twos'.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈdos/.
Did you know?
- The word dos is a cognate of the Persian word دو, as both trace back to the same ancient root.
- Spanish speakers often use the finger for dos by extending the index and middle fingers, but in some regions, it is common to use the thumb and index finger instead.
- The phrase dos y dos son cuatro is used as an idiom to describe a situation where the conclusion is completely obvious.
Examples in context
- Este programa no se puede ejecutar en modo DOS.This program cannot be run in DOS mode.This sentence is useful for seeing the word dos used in the context of a computer operating system mode.Tatoeba #10785769 by janTuki, translation #60560 by orcrist
- La reunión comenzará a las dos en punto.The meeting will start at two o'clock.
- Tengo dos hijos.I have two children.
- Quedamos en encontrarnos a las dos.We agreed to meet at two o'clock.
- Salieron de a dos hacia el cine.They left in twos to go to the cinema.
- Puedes llevarlos de a dos.You can take them in pairs.
- Tengo dos gatos en casa.I have two cats at home.
- Solo quiero dos cafés, por favor.I only want two coffees, please.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are ordering food at a cafe.
- Lucía¿Cuántos tés quieres para nosotros?How many teas do you want for us?
- JavierSolo dos tés, gracias.Only two teas, thanks.
- LucíaMuy bien, voy a pedirlos ahora.Very well, I am going to order them now.
- JavierGracias, Lucía.Thanks, Lucía.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry dos, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dos, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
