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"Saludos" is a form of "saludo", a noun which is often translated as "greeting". "Presentaciones" is a form of "presentación", a noun which is often translated as "presentation". Learn more about the difference between "saludos" and "presentaciones" below.
el saludo(
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loo
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)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (salutation)
a. greeting
Sonia y Carlos intercambiaron saludos al encontrarse en el mercado.Sonia and Carlos exchanged greetings when they ran into each other at the market.
b. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Mis padres les envían saludos.My parents send you their regards.
Dale saludos de mi parte a tu abuela.Say hello to your grandmother from me.
2. (gesture)
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Alfredo me dirigió un saludo con la mano desde el andén.Alfredo gave me a wave from the platform.
Nos saludó con la cabeza del otro lado de la calle.He nodded at us from across the street.
4. (military)
a. salute
El teniente le tendió un saludo al general.The lieutenant extended a salute to the general.
los Saludos
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
a. Regards
Espero su respuesta. Saludos, Ana Álvarez.I look forward to your reply. Regards, Ana Alvarez.
b. Best wishes
Por favor, manden sus correos a esta dirección y les escribiremos de vuelta lo antes posible. Saludos, Departamento de Recursos Humanos.Please send your emails to this address, and we will write back as soon as possible. Best wishes, Human Resources Department.
c. All the best
Todos en la oficina te deseamos una pronta recuperación. Saludos, Roberto.Everyone at the office wishes you a speedy recovery. All the best, Roberto.
la presentación(
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)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (talk)
a. presentation
En su presentación sobre psicología clínica, Pepe habló de la situación de un amigo.In his presentation on clinical psychology, Pepe spoke about a friend's situation.
a. presentation
Surgieron muchas dudas durante la presentación del informe anual.A number of doubts were raised during the presentation of the annual report.
b. introduction (of people)
Me encargaré de hacer las presentaciones de los nuevos empleados al director.I'll be making the introductions between the new members of staff and the director.
c. launch (of a product or a campaign)
La presentación del libro se hará en la biblioteca estatal.The book launch will take place at the state library.
d. no direct translation (of an event or a program)
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
La presentación del acto estará a cargo de una persona a quien todos conocemos.The event will be hosted by someone we all know.
La presentación de las noticias correrá a cargo de Juan Olivera.The news will be presented by Juan Olivera.
a. presentation
Solo se permitirá el acceso al recinto mediante la presentación de la entrada.Access to the venue will only be permitted upon presentation of a ticket.
a. submission
El plazo para la presentación de solicitudes vence a fin de mes.The deadline for the submission of applications is the end of the month.
b. presentation
Se cantará el himno nacional durante la presentación de los premios.The national anthem will be sung during the presentation of the awards.
c. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
El plazo para la presentación del trabajo se ha ampliado hasta el 9 de mayo.The deadline for submitting work has been extended till May 9th.
El estudiante debe justificar su inasistencia mediante la presentación del certificado médico correspondiente.The student must justify his or her inattendance by presenting the relevant medical certificate.
5. (look)
a. presentation
La comida que nos dieron tenía muy mala presentación.The presentation of the meal we were served was very poor.
b. appearance (of a person)
La presentación es muy importante, y por eso hay que pensar bien en lo que vas a ponerte para cualquier entrevista de trabajo.Appearance is very important, so you need to think carefully about what you're going to wear for any job interview.
6. (pharmacy)
a. presentation
Según la presentación del medicamento, puede ser fácil de administrar al animal o no.Depending on the drug's presentation, it may or may not be easy to administer to the animal.
a. presentation
La presentación cefálica es la ideal para el parto.Head-first presentation is optimal for delivery.
8. (religious)
a. Presentation
La Presentación de Jesús en el Templo se celebra el 2 de febrero.The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple is celebrated on February 2nd.
