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"Paper" in Spanish: papel
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Paper is el papel (pah-PEHL). It is masculine. One sheet is una hoja de papel.
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How to pronounce papel
Say it
pah-PEHL
/paˈpel/
Two syllables: pah-PEHL. Stress PEHL. Soft final l.
"Paper" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el papel | paper Paper as material or a document. | Paper as material or a document. |
| una hoja de papel | a sheet of paper One page of paper. | One page of paper. |
| el papel reciclado | recycled paper Eco-friendly paper. | Eco-friendly paper. |
| papel higiénico | toilet paper Bathroom paper; also papel de baño. | Bathroom paper; also papel de baño. |
How to use papel in real life
- 1In class
Necesito una hoja de papel.
I need a sheet of paper.
Hoja de papel is one sheet.
- 2At the printer
Se acabó el papel.
We're out of paper.
El papel means the supply.
- 3Craft project
Usa papel reciclado, por favor.
Use recycled paper, please.
Papel reciclado names the type.
Mistakes English speakers make with papel
Incorrect: La papel es blanco.
Correct: El papel es blanco.
Papel is masculine. Say el papel.
Incorrect: Dame un paper.
Correct: Dame un papel.
Use papel, not the English word paper.
Good to know
Good to knowPapel is paper. A newspaper is el periódico, not papel. Toilet paper is papel higiénico in many places.
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Printing documents
ChatPal
¿Hay papel en la impresora?
Is there paper in the printer?
You
No. Voy a comprar papel.
No. I'm going to buy paper.
ChatPal
Trae tamaño carta.
Bring letter size.
You
De acuerdo. Vuelvo pronto.
Okay. I'll be right back.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Paper" in Spanish
Is papel masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el papel, un papel blanco.
How do I say a sheet of paper?
Una hoja de papel.
How do you pronounce papel?
pah-PEHL. Stress PEHL.
Is newspaper papel?
No. Say el periódico.
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