What does "preso" mean in English?

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Spanish

preso

English

prisoner

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Alternative translations of "preso"

inmate
captive
detainee
convict

Examples of how to use "preso" in Spanish

Spanish
El preso fue condenado a cadena perpetua.
English
The prisoner was sentenced to life imprisonment.
Spanish
El preso lee en la biblioteca cada tarde.
English
The prisoner reads in the library every afternoon.
Spanish
La presa espera noticias de su familia.
English
The inmate is waiting for news from her family.
Spanish
Vimos al preso salir por la puerta.
English
We saw the prisoner leave through the door.
Spanish
La presa trabaja en el taller todos los días.
English
The inmate works in the workshop every day.

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El preso fue condenado a cadena perpetua.

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