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"Óleo" is a noun which is often translated as "oil", and "aceite" is a noun which is also often translated as "oil". Learn more about the difference between "óleo" and "aceite" below.
el óleo(
oh
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leh
-
oh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (culinary)
a. oil
En esta jarra hay óleo. En esa hay vinagre balsámico.This jar has oil. That one has balsamic vinegar.
2. (art)
a. oil painting
El artista realizó este óleo durante su estadía en París.The artist did this oil painting during his time in Paris.
3. (religious)
el aceite(
ah
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sey
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teh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (culinary)
2. (automobile)
