How to Say "postage stamp" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “postage stamp” is “sello” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
for mail
Examples
¿Dónde puedo comprar un sello para esta postal?
Where can I buy a stamp for this postcard?
Pega el sello en la esquina superior derecha del sobre.
Stick the stamp on the top right corner of the envelope.
Masculine Noun
'Sello' is always a masculine word, so use 'el' or 'un' before it: 'el sello', 'un sello nuevo'.
Confusing 'Sello' and 'Sellar'
Mistake: “Using 'sello' when you mean the action of stamping.”
Correction: Remember 'sello' is the physical item (the stamp), and 'sellar' is the action (to stamp/seal).
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