camarero/ camarera /kˌamaɾˈeɾoβˈarakˌamaɾˈeɾa/ · noun · CEFR A2. Spanish translation of "waiter/ waitress".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: camarero/ camarera
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: waiter/ waitress
  • IPA: /kˌamaɾˈeɾoβˈarakˌamaɾˈeɾa/
  • CEFR Level: A2
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of camarero/ camarera (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • El camarero nos trajo el menú rápidamente. English: The waiter brought us the menu quickly.
  • La camarera fue muy amable durante la cena. English: The waitress was very kind during dinner.
  • Mi hermano trabaja como camarero los fines de semana. English: My brother works as a waiter on weekends.

When and How to Use "camarero/ camarera"

Use "camarero/ camarera" when you want to talk about "waiter/ waitress" in Spanish. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in A2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "camarero/ camarera" mean in Spanish?

"camarero/ camarera" is the Spanish word for "waiter/ waitress".

What CEFR level is "camarero/ camarera"?

"camarero/ camarera" is tagged at CEFR A2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "camarero/ camarera"?

"camarero/ camarera" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "camarero/ camarera" in a sentence?

El camarero nos trajo el menú rápidamente.

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