What does "el" mean in English?

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Spanish

el

English

the

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Examples of how to use "el" in Spanish

Spanish
Es el coche de mi padre.
English
It's my father's car.
Spanish
El perro duerme en el sofá.
English
The dog is sleeping on the couch.
Spanish
Pon el libro sobre el escritorio.
English
Put the book on the desk.
Spanish
El museo abre el lunes temprano.
English
The museum opens early on Monday.
Spanish
Buscamos el camino correcto juntos.
English
We're looking for the right path together.

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

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Es el coche de mi padre.

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