entradas
“entradas” means “tickets” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
tickets, admission
Also: passes
📝 In Action
¿Cuántas entradas compraste para el partido de fútbol?
A1How many tickets did you buy for the soccer match?
Las entradas para el concierto se agotaron en una hora.
A2The tickets for the concert sold out in one hour.
appetizers, starters
📝 In Action
Para empezar, pediremos unas entradas para compartir.
A2To start, we will order some appetizers to share.
En este restaurante, las entradas son tan grandes como los platos principales.
B1In this restaurant, the starters are as big as the main courses.
entrances, entries
Also: deposits
📝 In Action
El parque tiene varias entradas para el público.
B1The park has several entrances for the public.
Hay que revisar todas las entradas de datos en la hoja de cálculo.
B2We need to check all the data entries in the spreadsheet.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "entradas" in Spanish:
appetizers→deposits→entrances→entries→passes→starters→tickets→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: entradas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'entradas' to mean food?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word is the plural form of 'entrada,' which comes directly from the verb 'entrar' (to enter). The verb itself traces back to the Latin word 'intra,' meaning 'within' or 'inside.' All meanings relate to the idea of 'going in'—whether it's going into a building (entrance), going into a show (ticket), or going into your stomach (appetizer).
First recorded: 13th century (as 'entrada')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'entradas' the same as 'boletos'?
They both mean 'tickets,' but 'entradas' is used more broadly across the Spanish-speaking world and is the preferred term in Spain. 'Boletos' is very common in Mexico and other parts of Latin America.
How do I know if 'entradas' means 'tickets' or 'appetizers'?
The surrounding words tell you! If you see words like 'concierto' (concert) or 'museo' (museum), it means tickets. If you see words like 'menú,' 'restaurante,' or 'plato principal,' it means appetizers.