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A diverse group of people sitting at a long wooden table, each focused on writing in their own notebooks with pens.

escritores

es-kree-toh-rehs

nounmA2
writers?people who write books, articles, or other literary works
Also:authors?creators of written content

📝 In Action

Los escritores están firmando libros en la feria.

A2

The writers are signing books at the fair.

Mis escritores favoritos son de Latinoamérica.

A2

My favorite writers are from Latin America.

Muchos escritores prefieren trabajar de noche.

B1

Many writers prefer to work at night.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • autores (authors)
  • literatos (literary men/women)

Antonyms

  • lectores (readers)

Common Collocations

  • escritores famososfamous writers
  • asociación de escritoreswriters' association
  • escritores novelesnew/emerging writers

💡 Grammar Points

Making Words Plural

Since the singular form 'escritor' ends in a consonant (r), you add '-es' to make it plural: 'escritores'.

The 'Mixed Group' Rule

In Spanish, the masculine plural form 'escritores' is used to refer to a group of men OR a group that includes both men and women.

❌ Common Pitfalls

The 'E' at the Start

Mistake: "scritores"

Correction: escritores

⭐ Usage Tips

Professional vs. Hobbyist

You can use this word for anyone who writes as a profession or a serious craft, regardless of whether they write novels, blogs, or poetry.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: escritores

Question 1 of 1

Which group of people would you refer to as 'escritores'?

📚 More Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a difference between 'escritores' and 'autores'?

Generally, 'escritores' refers to people who physically write the work (literary focus), while 'autores' focuses on the ownership or creation of the idea (authorship). In most casual conversations, they are used interchangeably.

Does 'escritores' only apply to book authors?

No, it can be used for anyone whose primary activity is writing, including essayists, journalists, and poets.