Translation of Spanish word "bolígrafo" to English
bolígrafo
/boˈli.ɣɾa.fo/
Meaning
NounA pen that writes by means of a small rotating ball at its tip which dispenses ink; a ballpoint pen.
How to use
Bolígrafo ('pen') is masculine. Often colloquially shortened to boli.
🇬🇧 English
pen
Example
Por favor, firma el documento con este bolígrafo.
Please sign the document with this pen.
Mi bolígrafo no funciona.
My pen does not work.
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Common phrases
- escribir con bolígrafo— to write with a pen
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What does the Spanish word "bolígrafo" mean?▼
The Spanish word "bolígrafo" means "pen" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Por favor, firma el documento con este bolígrafo." (which translates as "Please sign the document with this pen.").
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