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“debris” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/deˈtɾito/

Example

Después de limpiar el acuario retiré todo el detrito.

After cleaning the aquarium, I removed all the debris.

Illustration for detrito (debris)

How to say “debris” in Spanish

“Debris” in Spanish is detrito.

Accumulation of debris and small particles left after wear or erosion.

Full entry for detrito: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with detrito

¿Puedes quitar el detrito del fregadero?

Can you remove the debris from the sink?

Tips for using detrito

  • Often used in contexts such as sediment studies or aquarium maintenance, while general speakers prefer restos or suciedad.

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