No. 7,183 in Spanish

free

The Spanish word for "free" can mean "libre" (not constrained) or "gratis" (at no cost).

In a sentence

El concierto es gratis para todos.
The concert is free for everyone.
Here, 'free' refers to something that is given without requiring payment, using the Spanish word 'gratis'.
Ella se siente libre para expresarse como quiere.
She feels free to express herself as she wants.
Here, 'free' refers to the state of being unconfined or unrestricted, using the Spanish word 'libre'.
Este software es de código abierto y es completamente libre.
This software is open-source and completely free.
Here, 'free' is used in both the context of 'free of cost' and 'freedom to use or modify', using 'libre' which often relates more to the latter.

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