Adverb · A1 · Spanish glossary
Lejos: far
lejos
Pronunciation: LEH-hohs (stress the capital letters)
Lejos means “far” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: far
- How to say it: LEH-hohs
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “lejos” means and how to use it
Lejos means “far.” With “de” it means “far from” a place.
Examples with audio
- Mi trabajo está lejos.My work is far away.
- Vive lejos de aquí.He lives far from here.
- No está muy lejos.It is not very far.
Usage tip
Use “lejos de” plus a noun: lejos del centro. The opposite is “cerca.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “far” in Spanish?
“far” in Spanish is “lejos.” It is pronounced LEH-hohs, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “lejos”?
Say LEH-hohs. 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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