What is the Spanish word for "instead"?

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

English

instead

Spanish

en su lugar

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Examples of how to use "instead" in Spanish

English
Let's have tea at home instead.
Spanish
En lugar de eso, tomemos té en casa.
English
I’ll walk instead of taking the bus.
Spanish
Caminaré en lugar de tomar el autobús.
English
Use this pen instead; the other one leaks.
Spanish
Usa este bolígrafo en lugar de ese; el otro gotea.
English
She stayed home instead of going out.
Spanish
Ella se quedó en casa en lugar de salir.
English
Text me instead if calling is hard.
Spanish
Envíame un mensaje en lugar de llamar si te resulta difícil.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "instead" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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