Hola

'Hello' in Spanish

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Language

Spanish

Romance Family

Left to Right Script

Gendered Language

Spanish, a Romance language derived from Latin, is spoken by over 500 million native speakers worldwide, primarily in Spain, Latin America, and parts of the U.S. and Africa. Known for its clear pronunciation and rhythmic flow, it uses the Latin alphabet with the additional letter "ñ." Spanish grammar features gendered nouns (masculine and feminine), complex verb conjugations, and a relatively flexible word order. Its vocabulary has absorbed influences from Arabic, Indigenous American languages, and others, contributing to diverse regional variations. As the official language of 20 countries, including Mexico, Argentina, and Spain, Spanish is a global language of culture, literature, and communication.

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SPA Adverb 291

Done.

yet

Up to now; still; in addition.

SPA Adverb 224

hoy

today

On or during the present day.

SPA Verb 211

escribir

write

To form letters, words, or other symbols on a surface (as by writing with a pen, pencil, or keyboard) in order to communicate; to compose and record text.