Boleto (en. Ticket)
/boˈle.to/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Document that allows entry or travel on a means of transportation.
I bought a ticket for the concert this Saturday.
Compré un boleto para el concierto de este sábado.
Receipt that justifies a purchase at an establishment.
I saved the purchase receipt to be able to return the product.
Guardé el boleto de compra para poder cambiar el producto.
Card used as proof of attendance at an event.
I need to show my ticket at the entrance of the cinema.
Necesito mostrar mi boleto en la entrada del cine.
Etymology
From the Latin 'bullētum', which refers to a document or seal.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Plane ticket
Document that allows travel by plane.
boleto de avión
Entry ticket
Document that allows access to an event.
boleto de entrada
Lottery ticket
Document that certifies participation in a lottery draw.
boleto de lotería
Related Words
Entry
Ticket that allows entry to a place or event.
entrada
Passage
Ticket that allows travel on public transport.
pasaje
Receipt
Document that certifies an economic transaction.
recibo
Slang Meanings
Desire to go out and enjoy.
I have the ticket for the party this weekend!
¡Tengo el boleto para la fiesta este fin de semana!
Person who has a lot of energy or enthusiasm.
That guy is a blast, he’s always partying.
Ese chico es un boleto, siempre está de fiesta.