El billete
Example: Compré el billete para el tren a Madrid mañana.
Definition
"El billete" refers to a ticket, typically used for travel purposes such as trains, buses, or planes. It is a document or electronic record that grants the holder permission to enter, board, or attend a specific event or transportation service.
Etymology
The word "el billete" originates from the French word "billet," which means a small note or ticket. This French term itself derives from "bille," meaning a small ball or pellet, which evolved to represent a small piece of paper. Did you know that "el billete" was adopted into Spanish to specifically refer to tickets for travel and events?
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"El billete" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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