Translation of Spanish word "petróleo" to English
petróleo
/pe.tro.le.o/
Meaning
Nouna fossil fuel that is used as a source of energy
How to use
Petróleo ('oil / petroleum') is masculine. Note the written accent on the second e. Pozo de petróleo — Oil well. Barril de petróleo — Oil barrel.
🇬🇧 English
oil
Example
La extracción de petróleo es un proceso peligroso.
The extraction of oil is a dangerous process.
El precio del petróleo ha aumentado recientemente.
The price of oil has increased recently.
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- pozo de petróleo— oil well / pit
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What does the Spanish word "petróleo" mean?▼
The Spanish word "petróleo" means "oil" in English.
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