Papelito (en. Note)

/papeˈlito/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A small piece of paper that can contain information, instructions, or a message.

I left a small piece of paper on the table with the shopping list.

Le dejé un papelito en la mesa con la lista de compras.

Document of little importance or size, such as a bill or a voucher.

I lost a small piece of paper that contained my notes for the exam.

Perdí un papelito que contenía mis apuntes para el examen.

Brief note written by hand.

I wrote a small piece of paper to remind him of the appointment.

Escribí un papelito para recordarle la cita.

Diminutive of paper, from Latin 'papyrus'.

small piece of paper in hand

To have the necessary information to act.

papelito en la mano

gift wrap

Pieces of paper used to wrap gifts.

papelito de regalo

food receipt

Receipt or note that accompanies a food purchase.

papelito de comida

paper

Thin material used for writing or printing.

papel

notes

Small pieces of paper that contain notes or important information.

notas

cardboard

Material similar to paper, but thicker.

cartón

Brief and direct message.

He sent me a small piece of paper saying he would arrive late.

Me mandó un papelito diciendo que llegaría tarde.

A small document or receipt.

That small piece of paper is the receipt of the purchase.

Ese papelito es el recibo de la compra.