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“prefix” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/pɾeˈfixo/

Example

El prefijo modifica la palabra a la que se añade.

The prefix modifies the word to which it is added.

Illustration for prefijo (prefix)

How to say “prefix” in Spanish

“Prefix” in Spanish is prefijo.

Marker that comes before a word or a series of digits to alter meaning or indicate a country's or area's calling code.

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

Example sentences with prefijo

Necesito marcar el prefijo internacional para llamar al extranjero.

I need to dial the international dialing code to call abroad.

Tips for using prefijo

  • For phone-related use, prefijo is often qualified as prefijo telefónico or prefijo internacional to specify area code, country code, or a local dialing prefix.

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