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gratis

GRAH-tees/ˈɡɾatis/

“gratis” means “free” in Spanish (without cost).

free

Also: for free, free of charge
A stylized illustration of one hand offering a bright red balloon to another empty, waiting hand, symbolizing receiving something without needing to pay.

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La entrada al museo es gratis los domingos.

A1

Entrance to the museum is free on Sundays.

Si compras dos, te dan la tercera unidad totalmente gratis.

A2

If you buy two, they give you the third unit completely free.

Con el servicio premium, el envío es gratis.

A1

With the premium service, shipping is free.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • gratuito (free (adjective, requires agreement))
  • de balde (for nothing (often regional/dated))

Antonyms

  • pagado (paid)
  • de pago (chargeable)

Common Collocations

  • envío gratis – free shipping
  • entrada gratis – free entry
  • muestra gratis – free sample

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Words that translate to "gratis" in Spanish:

for free→free→

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Quick Quiz: gratis

Question 1 of 1

Which of the following Spanish phrases is grammatically correct?

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iristis
📚 Etymology▼

Comes directly from the Latin word *gratis*, which was a shortened version of the phrase *gratiis*, meaning 'as a kindness' or 'by favor.' It carries the ancient idea of a gift.

First recorded: Used since the Middle Ages in Romance languages.

Cognates (Related words)

Italian: gratisFrench: gratis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'gratis' and 'gratuito'?

They both mean 'free of charge.' 'Gratis' is unchanging and is often used after the noun or the verb ('La entrada es gratis'). 'Gratuito' is a standard adjective that must change to match the noun (e.g., 'La entrada gratuita' or 'Los servicios gratuitos').