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No. 8,334 in Spanish

portátil

Portable.

In a sentence

  • Tengo un ordenador portátil que uso para trabajar.

    I have a laptop that I use for work.

    In this sentence, 'portátil' is used as an adjective describing the type of computer, indicating its portable nature.

  • La mesa en la sala es portátil y la movemos cuando hay eventos.

    The table in the room is portable and we move it during events.

    Here, 'portátil' describes the table, emphasizing that it can be easily moved or transported.

  • Prefiero usar un cargador portátil cuando estoy fuera de casa.

    I prefer using a portable charger when I'm away from home.

    In this example, 'portátil' defines the charger, specifying that it can be carried conveniently for use anywhere.

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