palabras
/palabɾas/from spelling rules
The English phrase "words" is translated into Spanish as palabras.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of palabras is palabra.
How do you pronounce it?
/palabɾas/
Did you know?
- While palabras means 'words', the term verbo is used when referring to the 'Word' in a theological or biblical context, such as the 'Word of God'.
- The expression palabras mayores does not mean 'big words' in terms of vocabulary, but refers to a serious or grave situation that requires urgent attention.
- Spanish uses the phrase palabras de aliento to mean 'words of encouragement', literally translating to 'words of breath' or 'words of spirit'.
Examples in context
- Dudo de sus palabras.I doubt his words.This sentence is useful for expressing doubt regarding someone's words.Tatoeba #1237500 by marcelostockle, translation #1238011 by BraveSentry
- Esas no son palabras.These are not words.This sentence is useful for identifying what is or is not a word.Tatoeba #1459553 by marcelostockle, translation #896996 by CM
- No mido mis palabras.I don't mince words.This sentence is useful for saying that one does not mince words.Tatoeba #7918573 by arh, translation #7492538 by CK
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Example conversation
María and Alejandro are discussing a song at a café.
- MaríaMe encantan las palabras de esta canción.I love the words of this song.
- AlejandroSí, son muy bonitas y profundas.Yes, they are very beautiful and deep.
- María¿Sabes qué significan estas palabras?Do you know what these words mean?
- AlejandroNo, pero me gusta cómo suenan.No, but I like how they sound.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
