Spanish phrase
¿Cuántas palabras debe tener ~?
Meaning
How many words should ___ have?
When to use it
Asks for the required word count of something. It is used to request exact length limits for applications, essays, or assignments in a neutral, polite way.
Example dialogue
Estoy revisando mi carta de motivación.
I'm revising my personal statement.
¿Cuántas palabras debe tener la carta de motivación?
How many words should the personal statement have?