Um (Latin American filler) in Spanish
Um (Latin American filler) in Spanish is este (EHS-teh).
- Spanish
- este
- Say it
- EHS-teh
- Note
- A hesitation word, distinct from este meaning this.
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Questions about este
How do you say um (Latin American filler) in Spanish?
Um (Latin American filler) in Spanish is este. A hesitation word, distinct from este meaning this.
How do you pronounce este?
Say it EHS-teh. The syllable in capitals is stressed: EHS. This guide follows Latin American Spanish.
What does este mean in English?
In English, este means um (Latin American filler).
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