What does "callar" mean in English?

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Spanish

callar

English

to be silent

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Alternative translations of "callar"

to be quiet
to keep quiet
to stop talking
to hush

Examples of how to use "callar" in Spanish

Spanish
A veces es mejor callar.
English
Sometimes it's better to be silent.
Spanish
Yo me callo en clase.
English
I stay silent in class.
Spanish
Ella se calló de repente.
English
She suddenly fell silent.
Spanish
Nos callábamos durante la película.
English
We kept quiet during the movie.
Spanish
Ellos se callarán mañana.
English
They will be silent tomorrow.

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

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A veces es mejor callar.

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