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"Impreso" is a form of "impreso", an adjective which is often translated as "printed". "Imprimir" is a transitive verb which is often translated as "to print". Learn more about the difference between "imprimir" and "impreso" below.
imprimir(
eem
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pree
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meer
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A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
transitive verb
a. to print
La impresora no me deja imprimir porque le falta tinta.The printer isn't letting me print because the ink has run out.
a. to leave
Sus acciones me quedaron impresas para siempre.Her actions have left their mark on me forever.
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impreso(
eem
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preh
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soh
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. printed
En los folletos impresos hay un error de tipeo.There's a typo in the printed brochures.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. form
Completa el impreso y envíanoslo.Fill out the form and return it to us.
los impresos
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
plural noun
a. printed matter
Los impresos fueron enviados por correo.The printed matter was sent through mail.
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