en pocas palabras

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/en ˈpokas paˈlaβɾas/
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Used to express the main point briefly and plainly.
Practice using en pocas palabras in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • La directora resumió la decisión en pocas palabras.
    The director summarised the decision briefly.
  • En pocas palabras, no estamos de acuerdo.
    In short, we do not agree.
  • Explica el problema en pocas palabras.
    Explain the problem in a few words.
  • En pocas palabras, ganamos menos de lo previsto.
    In short, we earned less than expected.
  • En pocas palabras, el proyecto necesita más tiempo.
    In short, the project needs more time.

Similar words

en síntesis
en una palabra
en resumen
brevemente

Meanings

In short

summary
neutral
Introduces or requests a concise statement of the essential point.

Examples

  • En pocas palabras, el proyecto necesita más tiempo.
    In short, the project needs more time.
  • Explica el problema en pocas palabras.
    Explain the problem in a few words.
  • En pocas palabras, no estamos de acuerdo.
    In short, we do not agree.
  • La directora resumió la decisión en pocas palabras.
    The director summarised the decision briefly.
  • En pocas palabras, ganamos menos de lo previsto.
    In short, we earned less than expected.

Similar words

brevemente
en resumen
en síntesis
en una palabra

Etymology

From pocas, “few”, and palabras, “words”; a fixed cue for a concise summary.

FAQ

What does en pocas palabras mean?

“In short” or “in a few words”.

Can it introduce a conclusion?

Yes, it signals the main point.

Can it be used as a request?

Yes, asking someone to speak briefly.

Does it promise a fixed number of words?

No. It simply calls for brevity.

Can it begin a sentence?

Yes, often followed by a comma.

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