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How to Say "tapers" in Spanish

The Spanish word fortapersis velasA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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nounA1
thin candles
Three simple, white cylindrical candles standing upright, each topped with a small, brightly burning yellow flame, providing a soft glow.

Examples

Compramos diez velas para la tarta de cumpleaños.

We bought ten candles for the birthday cake.

Cuando se fue la luz, tuvimos que encender velas.

When the power went out, we had to light candles.

Plural Form

This is the plural form of the feminine noun 'vela' (candle). Remember to use the feminine article 'las' before it.

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