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How do you say "expensive" in Spanish?
caro
In Spanish, "expensive" is caro.
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Pronunciation
Say KAH-roh. Stress is on the first syllable. The r is rolled.
Grammar notes
Caro changes: cara (feminine), caros (masculine plural), caras (feminine plural). It means dear or expensive.
Example sentence
Este reloj es muy caro.
This watch is very expensive.
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How to remember caro
Caro sounds like care, and expensive things are things you care deeply about buying.
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Questions about caro
How do you say "expensive" in Spanish?
In Spanish, "expensive" is caro. It is a noun.
How is caro written in Spanish?
caro is written using the standard Spanish script.
How is caro used in a sentence?
Use caro as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Este reloj es muy caro. (This watch is very expensive.).
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