Párrafo (en. Paragraph)

/ˈpaɾrafo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A set of sentences presented in a text to develop a topic or idea.
The paragraph introduces the main concept of the essay.
El párrafo introduce el concepto principal del ensayo.
A graphic division in writing that allows for structuring content.
Each paragraph in the article has a specific function.
Cada párrafo en el artículo tiene una función específica.
A section of a text that helps to organize information.
Well-structured paragraphs facilitate understanding.
Los párrafos bien estructurados facilitan la comprensión.
Units within written documents that enhance readability.
The teacher corrected the paragraphs to improve clarity.
El profesor corrigió los párrafos para mejorar la claridad.

Etymology

From the Greek 'paragraphos', which means 'written alongside'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

opening paragraph
The first paragraph that introduces a topic.
párrafo de apertura
run the paragraph
Modify the text of a paragraph to improve it.
correr el párrafo
closing paragraph
The last paragraph that concludes a text.
párrafo de cierre

Related Words

text
A set of words that communicate an idea.
texto
sentence
A grammatical unit that contains a subject and a predicate.
oración
essay
A text written in prose that presents an argument.
ensayo

Slang Meanings

Short or brief paragraph.
That text only has one paragraph; it is very concise.
Ese texto solo tiene un párrafo, está muy resumido.
Dense or difficult-to-read paragraph.
That paragraph is a mess; nothing is understood.
Ese párrafo es un lío, no se entiende nada.