What is the Spanish word for "illiterate"?

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

English

illiterate

Spanish

analfabeto

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Alternative translations of "illiterate"

iletrado

Examples of how to use "illiterate" in Spanish

English
An illiterate person cannot read or write.
Spanish
Una persona analfabeta no puede leer ni escribir.
English
Many older villagers remain illiterate and need help.
Spanish
Muchos ancianos del pueblo siguen siendo analfabetos y necesitan ayuda.
English
She felt embarrassed to be called illiterate yesterday.
Spanish
Se sintió avergonzada de ser llamada analfabeta ayer.
English
The program taught illiterate adults basic reading skills.
Spanish
El programa enseñó habilidades básicas de lectura a adultos analfabetos.
English
He admitted he was illiterate but wanted to learn.
Spanish
Él admitió que era analfabeto pero quería aprender.

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