Library in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'library' is 'biblioteca', pronounced bee-blyoh-TEH-kah (IPA: /bi.bljo.ˈte.ka/). It is a B1-level feminine noun (plural: bibliotecas).
Pronunciation: bee-blyoh-TEH-kah
| Spanish | biblioteca |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | bee-blyoh-TEH-kah · /bi.bljo.ˈte.ka/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | bibliotecas |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'biblioteca'
- Estudio en la biblioteca todas las tardes.
I study at the library every afternoon. - ¿A qué hora cierra la biblioteca?
What time does the library close? - Pedí prestados tres libros de la biblioteca.
I borrowed three books from the library. - La biblioteca de mi universidad tiene más de un millón de libros y muchas salas de estudio.
My university's library has more than a million books and many study rooms.
Common Phrases with 'biblioteca'
- sacar un libro de la biblioteca
to check a book out of the library - biblioteca pública
public library
How to Use 'biblioteca'
Classic false-friend pair: 'biblioteca' is a library (you borrow books), while 'librería' is a bookstore (you buy books). The librarian is 'el bibliotecario / la bibliotecaria'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'library' in Spanish?
'Library' in Spanish is 'biblioteca', pronounced bee-blyoh-TEH-kah.
How do you spell 'biblioteca'?
It is spelled b-i-b-l-i-o-t-e-c-a.
Is 'biblioteca' masculine or feminine?
'Biblioteca' is feminine: you say 'la biblioteca'.
What is the plural of 'biblioteca'?
The plural of 'biblioteca' is 'bibliotecas'.
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