dilo de vuelta
/dilo de bwelta/from spelling rules
To say it back in Spanish is dilo de vuelta.
The phrase dilo de vuelta is used when you want someone to repeat the exact same words that have just been spoken to them.
Did you know?
- While dilo de vuelta is used for literal repetition, Spanish speakers often use dímelo as a playful way to demand a reciprocal 'I love you'.
- The word vuelta in the phrase is a distant relative of the English word 'vault', as both stem from the idea of a turning or a revolution.
- The word vuelta is used to describe a lap in a racing circuit, a turn of a key in a lock and a return trip.
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are practicing a dialogue for a class.
- ElenaAhora es tu turno, dilo de vuelta.Now it is your turn, say it back.
- AlejandroEstá bien, repetiré la frase ahora.All right, I will repeat the phrase now.
- ElenaExacto, así es como se dice.Exactly, that is how it is said.
- AlejandroGracias por ayudarme a practicar, Elena.Thanks for helping me practice, Elena.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, vuelta, CC BY-SA 4.0.
