Translation of Spanish word "el libro" to English
el libro
/el ˈli.βɾo/
Meaning
NounA collection of sheets of paper bound together to hinge at one edge, containing printed or written material, pictures, etc.
How to use
El libro ('book') is masculine. Libro de texto — Textbook.
🇬🇧 English
book
Example
Estoy leyendo un buen libro.
I am reading a good book.
El libro es interesante.
The book is interesting.
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Common phrases
- libro electrónico— e-book
- escribir un libro— to write a book
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The Spanish word "el libro" means "book" in English.
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