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regalo

gift

noun rreh-GAH-loh Less Common
People & Society Relationships

Usage Note

Regalo is the standard word for a present or gift. The verb regalar means 'to give as a gift', and regalarse can mean to treat oneself. Note that in some Latin American varieties, especially Mexico, regalo can also mean a bargain or a windfall: ¡Está regalado! means 'It's a steal!' (very cheap).

Examples

"Le hice un regalo de cumpleaños."

Natural Translation

I gave her a birthday gift.

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