papel
nounCEFR A1High frequency
What does “papel” mean in English?
1.paper
paper (the material: una hoja de papel)
2.role, part
role, part (jugar un papel, el papel del actor)
Example sentences
Necesito una hoja de papel.
I need a sheet of paper.
Escribe en el papel.
Write on the paper.
Tiene un papel importante en la obra.
He has an important role in the play.
How to use it
Papel means 'paper' (the material) or 'role / part' (theatre, film). Masculine: el papel. Plural papeles drops the accent (no accent here anyway).
Common mistake
Papel splits into 'paper' (material) and 'role/part' (theatre). Context distinguishes. 'Hacer un papel' = play a role.