nombre en letra de molde
/nombɾe en letɾa de molde/from spelling rules
In Spanish, the phrase for 'print name' is nombre en letra de molde.
This phrase is used when you need to write your name using separate, clear letters instead of cursive handwriting. You can use the verb escribir (to write) with this phrase, such as escribir con letra de molde, to express the action of printing your name, which is common when filling out forms. Other ways to express this include escribir en letra de imprenta su nombre (write your name in print) or imprimir el nombre (print the name).
What does it mean word for word?
The component letra de molde literally translates to 'mold letters,' referring to letters that are shaped like those cast from a mold rather than flowing in cursive.
Which one should you use?
Use letra de molde to specifically distinguish your writing from letra cursiva (cursive handwriting).
How do you pronounce it?
/nombɾe en letɾa de molde/
Did you know?
- While nombre usually means 'name', it can also be a colloquial contraction of ¡no, hombre!, used as an exclamation of disbelief or disagreement similar to 'no way'.
- While nombre en letra de molde is the standard way to ask for printed letters, using the word imprimir can sometimes sound as if you are using a digital printer rather than a pen.
Examples in context
- Por favor, escriba su nombre en letra de molde.Please, write your name in print.
- No entiendo tu firma, pon tu nombre en letra de molde.I can't understand your signature, write your name in print.
- El formulario pide el nombre en letra de molde.The form asks for the name in print.
Example conversation
Alejandro is helping María fill out a registration form.
- AlejandroMaría, falta tu firma en este documento.María, your signature is missing from this document.
- MaríaEstá bien, lo firmo ahora mismo.Okay, I'll sign it right now.
- AlejandroTambién escribe tu nombre en letra de molde abajo.Also, print your name at the bottom.
- MaríaListo, ya quedó todo claro.Done, everything is clear now.
