lento

/ˈlento/
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A common Spanish term meaning slow.

Examples

  • El libro incluye un ejemplo con lento.
    The book includes an example with slow.
  • La profesora explicó lento en clase.
    The teacher explained slow in class.
  • Hoy aprendí a usar lento correctamente.
    Today I learned to use slow correctly.
  • Practica lento en una frase breve.
    Practise slow in a short sentence.
  • Escuché lento en una conversación.
    I heard slow in a conversation.

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Meanings

Everyday meaning

adjective
everyday
neutral
Used in ordinary Spanish with the meaning slow.

Examples

  • La profesora explicó lento en clase.
    The teacher explained slow in class.
  • Hoy aprendí a usar lento correctamente.
    Today I learned to use slow correctly.
  • Escuché lento en una conversación.
    I heard slow in a conversation.
  • El libro incluye un ejemplo con lento.
    The book includes an example with slow.
  • Practica lento en una frase breve.
    Practise slow in a short sentence.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does lento mean?

lento means slow.

Is lento common?

Yes. It is common in present-day everyday Spanish.

Is lento formal?

It is neutral and works in ordinary conversation.

How do you use lento?

Use it when the context calls for slow.

Should beginners learn lento?

Yes. It is useful core vocabulary for beginners.

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