lector de libros electrónicos
/leɡtoɾ de libɾos eleɡtɾonikos/from spelling rules
The English phrase ebook reader is lector de libros electrónicos in Spanish.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase lector de libros electrónicos is composed of lector (reader), de (of), libros (books) and electrónicos (electronic).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some parts of Latin America, the term lector electrónico de libros may be used.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, both the noun lector and the adjective electrónico must be changed to their plural forms, resulting in lectores de libros electrónicos.
How do you pronounce it?
/leɡtoɾ de libɾos eleɡtɾonikos/
Did you know?
- Spanish has a rich history of 'lector' roles in 19th century tobacco factories, where one person would read newspapers aloud to the workers.
- The word lector shares a root with the English word 'lecture', as both stem from the act of reading a text aloud.
- In many Spanish-speaking tech circles, people bypass the long phrase lector de libros electrónicos entirely and simply use the English loanword 'e-reader'.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría comprar un lector de libros electrónicos.I would like to buy an ebook reader.
- ¿Sabes dónde puedo conseguir un dispositivo para leer ebooks?Do you know where I can get an ebook reader?
- He decidido regalarme un lector de ebooks.I have decided to treat myself to an ebook reader.
- Mi nuevo lector de libros electrónicos es muy ligero.My new ebook reader is very light.
- ¿Dónde compraste ese lector de libros electrónicos?Where did you buy that ebook reader?
- Prefiero usar un lector de libros electrónicos para viajar.I prefer using an ebook reader for traveling.
Example conversation
Javier and María are talking about their reading habits in a cafe.
- Javier¿Prefieres leer en papel o con un lector de libros electrónicos?Do you prefer reading on paper or with an ebook reader?
- MaríaMe gusta más el lector de libros electrónicos porque es práctico.I like the ebook reader more because it is practical.
- JavierEs verdad, yo también tengo uno en mi mochila.It's true, I also have one in my backpack.
- MaríaEs la mejor opción para leer en cualquier lugar.It is the best option for reading anywhere.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
