Desk in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'desk' is 'escritorio', pronounced ehs-kree-TOH-ryoh (IPA: /es.kɾi.ˈto.ɾjo/). It is a B1-level masculine noun (plural: escritorios).
Pronunciation: ehs-kree-TOH-ryoh
| Spanish | escritorio |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | ehs-kree-TOH-ryoh · /es.kɾi.ˈto.ɾjo/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | escritorios |
| Level | B1 (intermediate) |
Example Sentences with 'escritorio'
- Mi escritorio está lleno de libros y papeles.
My desk is full of books and papers. - ¿Puedo dejar la computadora en tu escritorio?
Can I leave the computer on your desk? - El maestro guarda los exámenes en su escritorio.
The teacher keeps the tests in his desk. - Compré un escritorio nuevo para poder estudiar mejor en mi habitación.
I bought a new desk so I could study better in my room.
Common Phrases with 'escritorio'
- trabajar en el escritorio
to work at the desk
How to Use 'escritorio'
'Escritorio' is an office or study desk; a student's small school desk is usually 'un pupitre'. 'Escritorio' is also the word for a computer desktop.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Desk' in Spanish is 'escritorio', pronounced ehs-kree-TOH-ryoh.
It is spelled e-s-c-r-i-t-o-r-i-o.
'Escritorio' is masculine: you say 'el escritorio'.
The plural of 'escritorio' is 'escritorios'.
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