folleto
/foˈʝeto/masculine
The English phrase 'handout' is translated into Spanish as folleto.
A handout is typically a printed sheet given out for a specific use. In more formal or professional settings, you might use different terms depending on the specific nature of the document. For example, a handout that supports a presentation can be called a Documento de apoyo, while a reference sheet used during a seminar is a Hoja de referencia. If the handout is an informational leaflet or brochure, you can use Folleto informativo. More broadly, any printed documents can be described as Material impreso.
Meaning: printed sheet given out free of charge (usually by hand) for a certain use (noun)
Which one should you use?
While folleto is the standard term for a handout, folletos is the plural form used when referring to multiple handouts.
How do you pronounce it?
/foˈʝeto/
Did you know?
- If you are handing out flyers on a street corner, you are distributing volantes, a term that comes from the verb 'volar', meaning 'to fly'.
- The term folleto is derived from the Italian foglietto, which is a diminutive form meaning 'little sheet'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, a folleto is more commonly associated with a promotional brochure or a tourist pamphlet than a classroom handout.
Examples in context
- Esto no es un folleto.This isn't a handout.This sentence is useful for practicing the negation of the word folleto.Tatoeba #5986358 by albrusgher, translation #4935559 by CK
- Entregaron papelitos en la entrada del evento.They handed out small slips of paper at the event.
- En la feria de libros, me dieron un volante con información sobre el autor.At the book fair, they gave me a handout with information about the author.
- Tengo un folleto sobre el nuevo parque.I have a handout about the new park.
- ¿Puedes darme el folleto de la conferencia?Can you give me the conference handout?
Example conversation
At a tourist information center.
- MaríaHola, ¿tiene un folleto de la ciudad?Hello, do you have a city handout?
- JavierSí, aquí tiene su folleto, María.Yes, here is your handout, María.
- MaríaMuchas gracias, es muy útil.Thank you very much, it is very useful.
- JavierDe nada, que tenga un buen día.You're welcome, have a good day.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “handout” translations and entries folleto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries folleto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
