Tall in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'tall' is 'alto', pronounced AHL-toh (IPA: /ˈalto/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: altos).
Pronunciation: AHL-toh
| Spanish | alto |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | AHL-toh · /ˈalto/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | altos |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'alto'
- Mi hermano es muy alto.
My brother is very tall. - Ella es alta como su madre.
She is tall like her mother. - Los edificios altos bloquean el sol.
The tall buildings block the sun. - Lee el texto en voz alta, por favor.
Read the text aloud, please.
Common Phrases with 'alto'
- en voz alta
aloud / out loud - pasar por alto
to overlook
How to Use 'alto'
Regular four-form adjective: alto, alta, altos, altas. Besides 'tall', alto means 'high' (precios altos) and 'loud' (en voz alta, música alta). As a noun, ¡alto! means 'stop!'.
Related Vocabulary
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'tall' in Spanish?
'Tall' in Spanish is 'alto', pronounced AHL-toh.
How do you spell 'alto'?
It is spelled a-l-t-o.
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