palabras de vocabulario
/palabɾas de bokabulaɾjo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'vocabulary words' is translated into Spanish as palabras de vocabulario.
This phrase refers to a set of words that a student is required to learn as part of a language course. In many contexts, Spanish speakers will simply use the single word vocabulario to refer to the set of words being studied.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a literal translation of 'words of vocabulary', where palabras means 'words' and vocabulario means 'vocabulary'.
How do you pronounce it?
/palabɾas de bokabulaɾjo/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, the phrase tener vocabulario doesn't just mean knowing words, but specifically refers to the ability to speak eloquently and formally.
- The word vocabulario shares a root with the Latin vocāre, meaning 'to call'. This connects it to the English word 'vocal', as both refer to the act of using the voice.
- In a classroom setting, a teacher might use the term léxico instead of vocabulario to sound more academic or professional.
Examples in context
- Tengo que estudiar estas palabras de vocabulario.I have to study these vocabulary words.
- El profesor entregó las palabras de vocabulario hoy.The teacher handed out the vocabulary words today.
Example conversation
Two students are talking about their Spanish homework.
- LucíaMateo, ¿ya aprendiste las palabras de vocabulario?Mateo, did you already learn the vocabulary words?
- MateoTodavía no, Lucía. Son demasiadas.Not yet, Lucía. There are too many.
- LucíaPodemos repasarlas juntos antes de la clase.We can review them together before class.
- MateoMe parece una idea excelente.I think that is an excellent idea.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
