Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| lista | /ˈlista/ | feminine |
| rol | /ˈroul/ /ˈrol/ |
masculine |
The word lista is used to refer to a general enumeration or compilation of items. If you want to express common actions related to a list, you can use the phrases hacer una lista (to make a list), escribir una lista (to write a list) or revisar una lista (to check a list).
Which one should you use?
While lista is a general term for any list, rol specifically refers to a roll or a roster, such as a list of people assigned to certain duties or a roll call.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions, the word papeleta is a commonly used term to refer to a list or a ballot.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The word lista is a feminine noun. Its plural form is listas.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈlista/
What mistakes should you avoid?
Be careful not to confuse the noun lista (list) with the Spanish adjective lista, which means 'ready' or 'clever' depending on the context.
Did you know?
- The word rol is a doublet of rótula, as both originate from the Late Latin word rotula, meaning 'small wheel'.
Examples in context
- Sácalo de la lista.Leave it off the list.This sentence is useful for practicing how to remove something from the lista.Tatoeba #1336287 by marcelostockle, translation #41870 by CK
- La lista es extensa.The list is extensive.This sentence is useful for describing the length of a lista.Tatoeba #5748532 by arh, translation #5748156 by CM
- Déjame ver esa lista.Let me see that list.This sentence is useful for asking to see a lista.Tatoeba #2917384 by marcelostockle, translation #1860618 by CK
- Por favor, envíeme la lista de invitados para la conferencia.Please, send me the guest list for the conference.
- Necesito el catálogo de precios actualizado.I need the updated price list.
- Hazme una lista de lo que necesitas comprar en el supermercado.Make me a list of what you need to buy at the supermarket.
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Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are organizing a party.
- Alejandro¿Tienes la lista de invitados?Do you have the guest list?
- ElenaSí, la lista está sobre la mesa.Yes, the list is on the table.
- AlejandroPerfecto, revisaré la lista ahora.Perfect, I will check the list now.
- ElenaDime si falta alguien en ella.Tell me if someone is missing from it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “list” translations and entries lista, rol, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries lista, rol, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
