deuda /dˈeʊða/ · noun · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "debt".

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Source term
debt
Translation
deuda
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
noun
Image
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Article, Gender & Forms

Spanish article/gender note: learn this word with the article "la".

Dictionary form deuda
Article la
Gender/article class feminine
Regular/likely plural deudas
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + verb + la deuda
Examples
Pagó su deuda estudiantil trabajando en dos empleos.
Tip
Use the article with the noun when the language normally requires one.

Example Sentences

Pagó su deuda estudiantil trabajando en dos empleos.

English: He paid off his student debt by working two jobs.

B2 · Challenges And Conflicts

La deuda del país ha ido creciendo cada año desde 2018.

English: The country's debt has been growing every year since 2018.

B2 · Challenges And Conflicts

Le debe una pequeña cantidad al amigo que le prestó dinero.

English: She owes a small debt to the friend who lent her money.

B2 · Challenges And Conflicts

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