unos papeles
/unos papeles/from spelling rules
The English phrase "some papers" is translated into Spanish as unos papeles.
In Spanish, papeles is often used to refer to documents, files or official paperwork rather than just sheets of paper.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase unos papeles is a literal translation where unos means "some" and papeles is the plural of papel, which means "paper" or "papers".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, the word papeles can refer specifically to identification documents.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form un papel can mean "a piece of paper" or "a document".
How do you pronounce it?
/unos papeles/
Did you know?
- If someone is haciendo el ridículo or haciendo un papelón, they are 'making a scene' or embarrassing themselves, regardless of any actual paper.
- In some theatrical circles, hacer el papel means to 'play a role', which is a metaphorical extension of 'paper' acting as a character's identity.
- In Spanish, saying no tener papeles literally means 'not having papers' but is the standard way to say someone is an undocumented immigrant.
Examples in context
- Por favor, necesito algunos documentos adicionales para completar el trámite.Please, I need some additional papers to complete the process.
- Le agradecería si me proporcionara alguna documentación sobre el tema.I would appreciate it if you could provide me with some documentation on the subject.
- Recuerda traer algunos papeles para rellenar durante la reunión.Remember to bring some papers to fill out during the meeting.
- ¿Has revisado esos importantes papeles que te di?Have you checked those important papers I gave you?
- Necesito unos papeles para el contrato.I need some papers for the contract.
- Tengo unos papeles importantes en mi maletín.I have some important papers in my briefcase.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofia are organizing an office.
- Javier¿Dónde están los documentos del proyecto?Where are the project documents?
- SofíaEstán debajo de unos papeles aquí.They are under some papers here.
- JavierGracias, Sofía. Los encontré.Thanks, Sofia. I found them.
- SofíaDe nada, Javier.You're welcome, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
