prueba

/ˈpɾweba/, [ˈpɾwe.β̞a]

proof, test


Noun prueba f (plural pruebas)

  1. proof; evidence (usually in the plural)
  2. an examination, test, or quiz
  3. a trial; an ordeal; an audition
  4. an athletics event
  5. (printing) proof, proof sheet

Verb prueba

  1. Informal second-person singular () affirmative imperative form of probar.
  2. Formal second-person singular (usted) present indicative form of probar.
  3. Third-person singular (él, ella, also used with usted) present indicative form of probar.

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Examples
  • Aprendemos por el método prueba-error.

    We learn by trial and error.

  • ¡Esto lo prueba todo!

    This proves everything!

  • Prueba un poco.

    Try some.

  • Tengo que trabajar duro para pasar la prueba.

    I have to work hard to pass the test.

  • Tenemos la prueba absoluta de que fumar es malo para la salud.

    We have absolute proof that smoking is bad for your health.

  • No podía responder ninguna pregunta de la prueba.

    I couldn't answer any questions on the test.

  • La mujer prueba el pan.

    The woman tastes the bread.

  • En cuanto a mí, no estoy contento con el resultado de la prueba del otro día.

    As for me, I am not satisfied with the result of the examination the other day.

  • Me gustaría ver alguna prueba.

    I'd like to see some proof.

  • Debes tranquilizarte y estudiar para la prueba de historia.

    You have to settle down and study for the history test.

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