Translation of Spanish word "parte" to English
parte
/ˈpaɾ.te/
Meaning
NounA portion; a component. A fraction of a whole.
How to use
In formal and informal contexts, 'parte' is used to refer to a portion or component of a whole. For example, 'La parte superior del edificio' translates to 'The upper part of the building.' Be cautious not to confuse 'parte' with 'porción,' which implies a specific quantity or serving size. A common learner mistake is using 'parte' in the singular form when referring to a fraction of a whole, whereas the correct usage would be the plural form 'partes.'
🇬🇧 English
part
Example
Esta es la parte más difícil del libro.
This is the most difficult part of the book.
Una gran parte de la ciudad es antigua.
A large part of the city is old.
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Common phrases
- la parte alta de la ciudad— the upper part of the city
- la parte inferior del edificio— the lower part of the building
- la parte central de la isla— the central part of the island
- la parte más importante del proyecto— the most important part of the project
- la parte más difícil de la prueba— the most difficult part of the test
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Frequency rank: #98 in Spanish
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What does the Spanish word "parte" mean?▼
The Spanish word "parte" means "part" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Esta es la parte más difícil del libro." (which translates as "This is the most difficult part of the book.").
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