How to Say "preface" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “preface” is “introducción” — use 'introducción' for the general, formal opening section of any text, like a book, report, or essay, that sets the stage for the main content.
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introducción
nounA2formal
Use 'introducción' for the general, formal opening section of any text, like a book, report, or essay, that sets the stage for the main content.
Examples
La introducción del libro explica el propósito de la investigación.
The introduction of the book explains the purpose of the research.
prólogo
nounB1
Choose 'prólogo' for introductory remarks, often written by someone other than the author, that provide background or context specifically for a literary work or narrative.
Examples
El autor pidió a un colega que escribiera el prólogo de su novela.
The author asked a colleague to write the prologue of his novel.
Introducción vs. Prólogo
Learners often confuse 'introducción' and 'prólogo' because both introduce a text. Remember that 'introducción' is a broader term for any formal opening, while 'prólogo' is more specific to literary works and may be written by someone else.
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