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Word of the Day: Abecedario

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La palabra del día:

el abecedario

Pronunciación aproximada:

ah-beh-seh-THAH-ryoh (The b in this word is pronounced somewhat like the English "v" but with the top teeth touching the lower lip instead of the two lips touching. The Spanish r here is pronounced with a tap of the tongue against the front of the palate. The d in this word sounds approximately like that "th" of "that." In most of Spain the c in this word is pronounced much like the "th" in "thin.") Listen

Significado:

alphabet, book used to teach the alphabet or spelling, alphabetized list

Ejemplo:

El abecedario de la fe: Alaba a Dios en cada circunstancia de la vida. Busca la excelencia, no la perfección. Cuenta tus bendiciones.

Traducción:

The ABCs of faith: Always praise God regardless of life's circumstances. Be in pursuit of excellence, not perfection. Count your blessings.

Aviso:

The above example was loosely translated in order to maintain the acronym.

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