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práctica

practice

noun PRAHK-tee-kah Less Common

Also means

exercise

Usage Note

Práctica contrasts with teoría: en la práctica (in practice) vs en teoría (in theory). The phrase hacer prácticas means to do an internship or work placement, not just 'to practise.' The adjective práctico (practical) is a common false friend — it does not mean 'practised' but rather 'practical/handy.'

Examples

"La práctica hace al maestro."

Natural Translation

Practice makes perfect.

Literal Translation

Practice makes the master.

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