impreso
/imˈpɾeso/
The English word 'printed' is translated into Spanish as impreso. Wiktionary also lists de molde and enmoldado.
Meaning: written or published (adj)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| impreso | /imˈpɾeso/ |
| de molde | /de molde/ (from spelling rules) |
| enmoldado | /emmolˈdado/ |
Which one should you use?
While impreso refers to the physical act of printing with ink or paper, you should use escrito if you are referring to the general concept of something being 'written'.
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as an adjective, the form of impreso must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. This means you may use the forms impreso, impresa, impresos or impresas depending on the noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /imˈpɾeso/.
Did you know?
- While impreso is the standard term, you might encounter the word estampado when referring to printed patterns on fabric, such as a 'printed' floral design on a shirt.
- The phrase de molde can be used to describe something that is printed or cast from a mold, but it also implies that something is unoriginal or follows a standard pattern.
- The term impreso can be used as a noun to refer to a printed form or official document that needs to be filled out.
Examples in context
- He impreso 100 páginas.I have printed 100 pages.This sentence shows the use of impreso in a sentence describing the quantity of pages printed.Tatoeba #1621269 by wallebot, translation #1625117 by wallebot
- El anuncio estaba mal impreso.The notice was badly printed.This sentence demonstrates using impreso to describe the quality of a printed notice.Tatoeba #1468416 by marcelostockle, translation #44975 by CK
- Los libros recién impresos huelen bien.Newly printed books smell good.This sentence shows how to use impreso to describe the state of newly printed books.Tatoeba #1468421 by marcelostockle, translation #269246 by CK
- Tengo una copia impresa del informe.I have a printed copy of the report.
- Esta camisa tiene un diseño estampado muy bonito.This shirt has a very beautiful printed design.
- ¿Tienes una copia impresa de ese documento?Do you have a printed copy of that document?
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are in an office looking for a document.
- Alejandro¿Has visto el contrato impreso?Have you seen the printed contract?
- SofíaNo, no lo veo por ninguna parte.No, I don't see it anywhere.
- AlejandroLo dejé aquí ayer sobre el escritorio.I left it here yesterday on the desk.
- SofíaDéjame buscarlo en la carpeta.Let me look for it in the folder.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “printed” translations and entries impreso, de molde, enmoldado, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
