litro
“litro” means “liter” in Spanish (measurement of volume).
liter
Also: litre
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Necesito comprar un litro de leche en el supermercado.
A1I need to buy a liter of milk at the supermarket.
Este refresco viene en una botella de dos litros.
A1This soda comes in a two-liter bottle.
El coche consume unos cinco litros por cada cien kilómetros.
A2The car uses about five liters for every hundred kilometers.
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How do you say 'half a liter of water' in Spanish?
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From the French word 'litre,' which was created during the French Revolution as part of the metric system to make measurements simple and standard.
First recorded: Late 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Spanish speakers use gallons?
Generally, no. Most Spanish-speaking countries use the metric system, so 'litro' is the standard for measuring liquids like fuel and milk.
How do I abbreviate 'litro'?
The standard abbreviation is the letter 'l' (lowercase) or 'L' (uppercase).
Why do I hear 'litrona' in Spain?
A 'litrona' is a very common informal word in Spain for a 1-liter bottle of beer, often shared among friends.