What does "por correo" mean in Spanish?
"por correo" is the Spanish word for "by post".
por correo /poɾkorˈeo/ · adverb · CEFR A2. Spanish translation of "by post".
See also: Translation page (English → Spanish)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: por correo
- Language: Spanish
- Meaning: by post
- IPA: /poɾkorˈeo/
- CEFR Level: A2
- Part of speech: adverb
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Example Sentences
- Te enviaré la carta por correo mañana. English: I'll mail the letter tomorrow.
- Mi madre recibió un paquete por correo. English: My mother received a package in the mail.
- Pago las facturas por correo todos los meses. English: I pay the bills by mail every month.
When and How to Use "por correo"
Use "por correo" when you want to talk about "by post" in Spanish. It functions as "adverb". 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 CEFR level is "por correo"?
"por correo" is tagged at CEFR A2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "por correo"?
"por correo" is tagged as a adverb in SmartWords.
Can you show "por correo" in a sentence?
Te enviaré la carta por correo mañana.
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