En pocas palabras
Example: En pocas palabras, el libro es muy interesante y fácil.
Definition
"En pocas palabras" is a Spanish phrase meaning to express something briefly and concisely, summarizing the main point without unnecessary detail. For example, it is used to quickly convey the essence of a topic or opinion in just a few words.
Etymology
The phrase "en pocas palabras" literally translates from Spanish as 'in few words.' It combines 'en' (in), 'pocas' (few), and 'palabras' (words). This expression has been used for centuries to indicate a brief summary or a concise explanation. Did you know it is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts?
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"En pocas palabras" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A2) - parte 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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