What is the Spanish word for "own"?

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

English

own

Spanish

propio

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Examples of how to use "own" in Spanish

English
I want to start my own business.
Spanish
Quiero comenzar mi propio negocio.
English
I brought my own lunch today.
Spanish
Traje mi propio almuerzo hoy.
English
She wants her own room.
Spanish
Ella quiere su propia habitación.
English
Use your own words, please.
Spanish
Por favor, usa tus propias palabras.
English
They built their own house.
Spanish
Ellos construyeron su propia casa.

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