Preposition · A2 · Spanish glossary
Entre: between, among
entre
Pronunciation: EHN-treh (stress the capital letters)
Entre means “between, among” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: between, among
- How to say it: EHN-treh
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “entre” means and how to use it
Entre means “between” or “among.” It is used for places, times, and groups.
Examples with audio
- Mi casa está entre el banco y la tienda.My house is between the bank and the store.
- Hablamos entre nosotros.We talk among ourselves.
- Llego entre las cinco y las seis.I arrive between five and six.
Usage tip
After entre, use subject pronouns for “between you and me”: entre tú y yo. This is an exception to the rule of mí/ti after prepositions.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “between, among” in Spanish?
“between, among” in Spanish is “entre.” It is pronounced EHN-treh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “entre”?
Say EHN-treh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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