Inklingo

impreso

eem-PREH-so/imˈpɾeso/

impreso means printed in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

printed, hard-copy

Also: imprinted
A stack of freshly printed books on a wooden table.

📝 In Action

Prefiero leer libros impresos en lugar de digitales.

A1

I prefer reading printed books instead of digital ones.

Las instrucciones están en el papel impreso.

A2

The instructions are on the printed paper.

Debes traer una copia impresa de tu pasaporte.

B1

You must bring a printed copy of your passport.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • editado (published/edited)

Antonyms

  • digital (digital)
  • electrónico (electronic)

Common Collocations

  • copia impresahard copy
  • libro impresoprinted book
  • medios impresosprint media

form

Also: leaflet, printed matter
NounmB1
Spain
A blank paper document with empty lines and boxes next to a pencil.

📝 In Action

Por favor, rellene este impreso con sus datos personales.

A2

Please, fill out this form with your personal details.

Enviamos el impreso por correo ordinario.

B1

We sent the form by regular mail.

El buzón estaba lleno de impresos publicitarios.

B2

The mailbox was full of advertising leaflets.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • rellenar un impresoto fill out a form
  • impreso de solicitudapplication form
  • impreso oficialofficial form

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Quick Quiz: impreso

Question 1 of 3

How do you say 'printed magazines' in Spanish?

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📚 Etymology

From the Latin 'impressus', which is the past form of 'imprimere' (to press into). It shares the same roots as the English word 'impress'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: imprintFrench: imprimé

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use 'imprimido' instead of 'impreso'?

Yes! For the verb 'imprimir', both 'imprimido' and 'impreso' are grammatically correct as past forms. However, 'impreso' is much more common as an adjective (e.g., 'el libro impreso').

Is 'impreso' formal?

It is neutral. You can use it in a conversation with a friend ('¿Tienes el horario impreso?') or in a formal office setting.

Does 'impreso' mean 'impressed' (emotionally)?

No. To say you are emotionally impressed, use the word 'impresionado'.