llano
“llano” means “flat” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
flat, level
Also: simple, down-to-earth
📝 In Action
El terreno es muy llano y perfecto para construir.
A1The land is very flat and perfect for building.
Me gusta su lenguaje llano porque todos lo entienden.
B2I like his simple language because everyone understands him.
A pesar de su fama, sigue siendo un hombre llano.
C1Despite his fame, he is still a down-to-earth man.
plain
Also: flatland
📝 In Action
Cabalgaron durante horas por el llano.
B1They rode for hours across the plain.
El llano se extendía hasta donde alcanzaba la vista.
B2The plain stretched as far as the eye could see.
En el llano, el viento sopla con mucha fuerza.
B1On the flatlands, the wind blows very strongly.
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Quick Quiz: llano
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If you describe a person as 'llano', what are you saying about them?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'planus', meaning flat or level.
First recorded: 12th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'llano' and 'plano'?
'Plano' is usually for man-made things or geometry (a map, a floor plan, a flat surface). 'Llano' is used more for natural landscapes (a plain) or to describe a simple, honest personality.
Can I use 'llano' to describe a flat tire?
No, for a flat tire, Spanish speakers use 'pinchado' or 'desinflado'. 'Llano' is for flat ground, not flat objects.
Why is 'llano' used in grammar?
It is a category of word stress. Most Spanish words are 'llanas', meaning the natural voice emphasis falls on the second-to-last syllable.