terps
/teɾbs/from spelling rules
terps is an informal Spanish term for interpreters.
This term is a shortened, informal way to refer to interpreters.
How do you pronounce it?
/teɾbs/
Did you know?
- While 'terps' is common in international English-speaking professional circles, using it in a Spanish-speaking office might actually confuse colleagues, who prefer the full term intérpretes.
- A simultaneous interpreter is called an intérprete simultáneo, but the physical booth they work in is often referred to as a cabina.
Examples in context
- Los compuestos terpénicos son los responsables del aroma y sabor característicos del cannabis.The terpene compounds are responsible for the characteristic aroma and flavor of cannabis.
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are organizing a bilingual event.
- JavierElena, ¿ya contrataste a los terps?Elena, did you hire the terps yet?
- ElenaSí, Javier, ya confirmaron su asistencia.Yes, Javier, they already confirmed their attendance.
- JavierPerfecto, ¿sabes cuántos terps vendrán?Perfect, do you know how many terps are coming?
- ElenaVendrán cuatro terps en total.Four terps will come in total.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
