Spanish Conversation · Level 21
90 words
Spanish word
habla
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaβla/
Meaning
- feminine nounspoken language
Example
El habla de la ciudad es muy característica.
The city's spoken language is very distinctive.
More examples
Su habla coloquial facilita la comunicación con amigos.
His colloquial speech facilitates communication with friends.
Core concept
Spoken communication shown by tone, speed and selection of words.
Common phrases
habla coloquial
colloquial speech
habla cotidiana
everyday speech
el habla regional
regional speech
Similar words
estilo: Personal pattern of wording and phrasing that gives a speaker or writer a recognizable voice.
registro: Level or style of language used for a specific situation or audience.
dicción: Clarity and precision of pronunciation, including articulation and word boundaries.
entonación: Pitch and intonation patterns across an utterance that convey emphasis, attitude, or questions.
Definition in Spanish
Forma oral de comunicación que se diferencia del lenguaje escrito e incluye tonos, ritmo y selección de palabras.
Word origin
From the verb hablar 'to speak' and ultimately from Latin fabulari 'to tell a story', the noun habla functions as the nominal form for oral communication.
Usage tips
- Unlike lengua or idioma, habla focuses on how something is said rather than which language is used.