English–Spanish

“tip” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsopico · punta · truco · inclinar

Pronunciation

IPA/pɾoˈpina/

Example

Voy a dejar propina.

I'll leave a tip.

Illustration for propina (tip)

How to say “tip” in Spanish

“Tip” in Spanish is propina.

Small monetary token of thanks for a service.

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

Example sentences with propina

El camarero no aceptó propina por la política del local.

The waiter did not accept a tip because of the establishment's policy.

Tips for using propina

  • Voy a dejar propina often describes placing that small amount on the table at payment, while dar propina implies handing it directly to the server.

Other Spanish words for “tip”

masculine nountip

Ten cuidado con el pico del lápiz.

Be careful of the tip of the pencil.

La punta del lápiz está rota.

The tip of the pencil is broken.

Te doy un truco para cortar la cebolla.

I'll give you a tip for cutting an onion.

Por favor, inclina la cabeza hacia la izquierda.

Please tip your head to the left.

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