What is the Spanish word for "essay"?

Learn how to say "essay" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

essay

Spanish

ensayo

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Examples of how to use "essay" in Spanish

English
My history essay is due on Friday.
Spanish
Mi ensayo de historia vence el viernes.
English
I finished my essay last night.
Spanish
Terminé mi ensayo anoche.
English
Her essay won the school prize.
Spanish
Su ensayo ganó el premio de la escuela.
English
Please read the essay before class.
Spanish
Por favor, lee el ensayo antes de la clase.
English
This essay explains the main causes.
Spanish
Este ensayo explica las principales causas.

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