Pauta
Definition
(noun) Guideline; norm or model to follow in a process or behavior
Examples
“Siguió las pautas del profesor para realizar el proyecto.”
“La pauta era clara: sin casco, no entras.”
The rule was clear: no helmet, no entry.
“En casa de Marta, la pauta es llegar puntual.”
At Marta's place, the rule is to show up on time.
“El médico le dio una pauta para tomar la medicina por la mañana.”
The doctor gave him instructions for taking the medicine in the morning.
“A las ocho, Paula revisó las pautas del ensayo con la banda.”
At eight, Paula went over the rehearsal guidelines with the band.
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Other Spanish words at this level include Radiante, Atmósfera, Lo Que Sea, Por cierto, and No Pasa Nada. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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