B2 noun /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/ Liberty libertad Meaning the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views Example The Statue of Liberty represents freedom and democracy. La Estatua de la Libertad representa la libertad y la democracia.
B2 noun /ˈlɪtə(r)/ liter litro Meaning a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter Example The recipe calls for two liters of water. La receta requiere dos litros de agua.
B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/ Locket colgante Meaning a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck Example She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket. Ella guardaba la foto de su abuela en el colgante.
B2 noun /ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/ legislation legislación Meaning laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws Example The government passed new legislation to protect the environment. El gobierno aprobó nueva legislación para proteger el medio ambiente.
B2 adjective; verb (past and past participle) /lɜːrnd/ learned erudito Meaning having acquired much knowledge through study; gained knowledge or skill through experience or teaching Example She is a learned scholar with deep knowledge of history. Ella es una erudita con profundo conocimiento de la historia.
B2 noun /ˈlɒdʒɪk/ logic lógica Meaning Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity. Example Her argument was based on sound logic. Su argumento se basaba en una lógica sólida.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.fɪl/ landfill vertedero Meaning a site where waste material is buried under the ground Example The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem. La ciudad construyó un nuevo vertedero para gestionar su creciente problema de residuos.
B2 noun /ˈlɒbi/ lobby vestíbulo Meaning a large open area near the entrance of a building; also a group trying to influence decisions. Example We met the manager in the hotel lobby before the meeting. Nos encontramos con el gerente en el vestíbulo del hotel antes de la reunión.
B2 verb /ˈlaɪɪŋ/ lying mentir Meaning the act of not telling the truth Example He was caught lying about his grades. Lo atraparon mintiendo sobre sus calificaciones.
B2 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/ Literacy alfabetización Meaning the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area Example Adult literacy programs help people learn to read. Los programas de alfabetización para adultos ayudan a las personas a aprender a leer.
B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/ longtime de largo tiempo Meaning having existed or continued for a long time Example They are longtime friends who met in college. Son amigos de largo tiempo que se conocieron en la universidad.
B2 adjective /ˈlɒŋ ˈstændɪŋ/ long-standing de larga duración Meaning having existed or continued for a long period of time Example They have a long-standing relationship with their suppliers. Tienen una relación de larga duración con sus proveedores.
B2 noun /ˈlɪkər/ liquor licor Meaning Alcoholic drinks, especially strong distilled ones such as whiskey or vodka. Example The shop sells both beer and hard liquor. La tienda vende cerveza y licor.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/ Land lord propietario Meaning a person who owns property and rents it to tenants Example The landlord collected the monthly rent from all tenants. El arrendador cobró el alquiler mensual de todos los inquilinos.
B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒəndɛri/ legendary legendario Meaning remarkable enough to be famous; often used to describe something that is iconic or widely known Example The legendary musician performed in front of a packed stadium. El músico legendario se presentó ante un estadio lleno.
B2 noun /ˈlæv.ən.dər/ Lavender lavanda Meaning a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy Example The lavender field filled the air with its sweet, calming fragrance. El campo de lavanda llenó el aire con su dulce y calmante fragancia.
B2 verb /ˈlaɪtən/ lighten aligerar; aclarar Meaning to make something brighter or less dark; to make something less heavy or serious Example A joke can lighten the mood during a tense meeting. Un chiste puede aligerar el ambiente en una reunión tensa.
B2 noun /ˈlɛtɪs/ lettuce lechuga Meaning a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches Example She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich. Ella añadió lechuga fresca al sándwich.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/ likelihood probabilidad Meaning the chance or probability of something happening Example There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow. Hay una alta probabilidad de lluvia mañana.
B2 adjective /ˈlætər/ latter el segundo Meaning the second of two people or things mentioned Example Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter. Entre el té y el café, prefiero el segundo.
B2 noun /ˈloʊ.təs/ Lotus loto Meaning a large water flower that floats on the surface of ponds and lakes Example The lotus flower blooms beautifully in the quiet pond. La flor de loto florece hermosamente en el estanque tranquilo.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.leɪ.di/ Landlady casera Meaning a woman who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a female property owner Example The friendly landlady provided fresh towels and showed us around the apartment. La amable casera nos proporcionó toallas frescas y nos mostró el apartamento.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərɛri/ literary literario Meaning concerning the writing, study, or content of literature Example She is a well-known figure in the literary world. Ella es una figura conocida en el mundo literario.
B2 adverb /ˈliːɡəli/ legally legalmente Meaning in a way that is allowed by law Example He is legally responsible for his actions. Él es legalmente responsable por sus acciones.
B2 noun ˈlaɪv.stɒk ˈfɑː.mɪŋ livestock farming crianza de ganado Meaning The breeding, raising, and care of farm animals such as cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs for food, fiber, and other products. Example Livestock farming plays a crucial role in food security. La crianza de ganado juega un papel crucial en la seguridad alimentaria.
B2 adjective /leɪm/ Lame cojo; lisiado Meaning unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing Example The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly. El caballo herido estaba cojo y no podía caminar bien.
B2 noun /ˈleɪaʊt/ layout diseño Meaning the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room Example The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly. El diseñador presentó un nuevo diseño para el sitio web que era mucho más fácil de usar.
B2 noun ˌlɪmɪˈteɪʃən limitation limitación Meaning A limiting rule or circumstance; a restriction on the size or amount of something permissible. Example Limitation in data affects policy-making decisions. La limitación en los datos afecta las decisiones de formulación de políticas.
B2 adjective /ˈlæstɪŋ/ Lasting duradero; permanente Meaning enduring for a long time; permanent; durable Example Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives. Su amistad tuvo un impacto duradero en sus vidas.
B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/ Loyal leal; fiel; confiable Meaning faithful; devoted; trustworthy Example He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times. Él permaneció leal a sus amigos durante tiempos difíciles.
B2 adjective /liːn/ Lean delgado; con poca grasa; débil Meaning thin; having little fat; weak Example He has a lean and muscular body. Él tiene un cuerpo delgado y musculoso.
B2 adjective /ˈlɛŋθi/ lengthy largo Meaning long in duration or extent Example The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours. La reunión fue larga, duró más de tres horas.
B2 adjective /lɪˈdʒɪt.ɪ.mət/ Legitimate legítimo; válido; genuino; razonable Meaning lawful; valid; genuine; reasonable Example He has a legitimate reason for being late. Él tiene una razón legítima para llegar tarde.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/ Landlord arrendador Meaning a man who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a male property owner Example The landlord agreed to fix the broken heating system before winter arrived. El arrendador acordó arreglar el sistema de calefacción roto antes de que llegara el invierno.
B2 noun /liːk/ Leek puerro Meaning vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion Example The soup was made with potatoes and leeks. La sopa se hizo con papas y puerros.
B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/ Lunar lunar Meaning relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon Example The lunar eclipse was visible last night. El eclipse lunar fue visible anoche.
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts literacy rates tasas de alfabetización Meaning The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population. Example Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions. Las tasas de alfabetización afectan las condiciones socioeconómicas.
B2 noun /ˈluː.nər ɪˈklɪps/ Lunar eclipse eclipse lunar Meaning an eclipse in which the moon appears darkened as it passes into the earth's shadow Example We watched the lunar eclipse from our backyard. Vimos el eclipse lunar desde nuestro jardín.
B2 noun /ˈlɪn.ən/ linen ropa de lino Meaning A strong cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant, or items made from this cloth such as sheets or clothing. Example She bought new linen curtains for the living room. Ella compró nuevas cortinas de lino para la sala de estar.
B2 noun /liːɡ/ league liga Meaning An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use). Example Several clubs formed a league to promote sportsmanship. Varios clubes formaron una liga para promover el espíritu deportivo.
B2 noun /ˈlɒtəri/ lottery lotería Meaning A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets and giving prizes to the holders of numbers drawn at random. Example He won a car in the national lottery. Ganó un coche en la lotería nacional.
B2 adjective ˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl logical lógico Meaning Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument. Example Logical circuits ensure effective computation. Los circuitos lógicos aseguran un cálculo efectivo.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈlætɪn/ latin latín Meaning the language of ancient Rome; relating to Latin culture or language Example Many English words are derived from Latin. Muchas palabras en inglés provienen del latín.
B2 noun /ˈlɔɪəlti/ loyalty lealtad Meaning a strong feeling of support or allegiance Example His loyalty to the company earned him great respect. Su lealtad a la empresa le valió mucho respeto.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərəl/ literal literal Meaning taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration Example His comment was meant as a joke, not to be taken in a literal sense. Su comentario fue dicho en tono de broma, no para tomarse de manera literal.
B2 noun ˈlɛvərɪdʒ leverage apalancamiento Meaning The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage. Example Leverage amplifies your efforts and scales your work. El apalancamiento amplifica tus esfuerzos y escala tu trabajo.
B2 noun /laɪm/ Lime limón Meaning a small green citrus fruit with acidic juice Example Add a slice of lime to your drink. Añade una rodaja de limón a tu bebida.
B2 noun /ˈlɪvər/ liver hígado Meaning a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile to help digest food. Example The liver plays a vital role in removing toxins from the body. El hígado juega un papel vital en la eliminación de toxinas del cuerpo.
B2 noun /ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/ Laziness pereza Meaning the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness Example His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals. Su pereza le impidió lograr sus objetivos.
B2 noun /ˈliːf.lət/ Leaflet folleto; volante Meaning a printed sheet of paper containing information or advertising and usually distributed free Example She handed out leaflets about the environmental campaign. Ella repartió folletos sobre la campaña medioambiental.
B2 noun ˈlɪv.ɪŋ ˈstæn.dədz living standards estándares de vida Meaning The degree of wealth and material comfort available to a person or community; quality of life. Example High living standards improve satisfaction. Altos estándares de vida mejoran la satisfacción.
B2 noun /ˈliːtər/ litre litro Meaning a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids Example She bought a litre of milk from the shop. Compró un litro de leche en la tienda.
B2 noun /loʊf/ Loaf pan Meaning a shaped mass of bread baked as a unit Example She bought a fresh loaf of bread from the bakery. Ella compró una barra de pan fresco de la panadería.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪv.stɒk/ livestock ganado Meaning farm animals such as cattle, sheep, and pigs that are kept for use or profit Example The farmer raised livestock to supply meat and milk for the market. El granjero criaba ganado para suministrar carne y leche para el mercado.
B2 noun /læp/ Lap regazo Meaning the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; one circuit of a track or course Example The cat curled up comfortably in her lap while she read her book. El gato se acurrucó cómodamente en su regazo mientras leía su libro.
B2 noun /luːp/ Loop bucle, lazo Meaning a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself Example The string formed a neat loop around the package. La cuerda formó un lazo limpio alrededor del paquete.
B2 noun /ˈlen.tɪl/ Lentil lenteja Meaning a high-protein pulse which is dried and then soaked and cooked prior to eating Example She cooked red lentils for dinner tonight. Ella cocinó lentejas rojas para la cena de esta noche.
B2 noun /ˈledʒ.ənd/ Legend leyenda; mito Meaning a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person Example The legend of King Arthur has inspired many books. La leyenda del rey Arturo ha inspirado muchos libros.
B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/ long-time de larga data Meaning lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years Example She is a long-time friend of my family. Ella es una amiga de larga data de mi familia.
B2 noun ˈlæbrətɔːriz laboratories laboratorio Meaning A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching, or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals. Example Advanced laboratories enabled groundbreaking discoveries. Los laboratorios avanzados permitieron descubrimientos innovadores.
B2 noun ˈlɒŋ tɜːm ˈmɛm.ər.i Long-term memory memoria a largo plazo Meaning Such memory that remains stored in the brain for a long time Example Repeated practice helps transfer information into long-term memory. La práctica repetida ayuda a transferir información a la memoria a largo plazo.
B2 noun/verb /ˈlɪtər/ litter basura Meaning rubbish or waste left lying in a public place; to make a place untidy by leaving rubbish Example The park was full of litter after the festival. El parque estaba lleno de basura después del festival.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪniər/ linear lineal Meaning Arranged in or extending along a straight line. Example The artist used linear perspective in his drawings. El artista utilizó la perspectiva lineal en sus dibujos.
B2 adjective /ˈlaɪf.lɒŋ/ lifelong de por vida Meaning Lasting or existing for the whole of a person's life. Example They remained lifelong friends. Ellos fueron amigos de por vida.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪt.ər.ət/ Literate alfabetizado; educado; bien educado Meaning able to read and write; educated; well-educated Example She is a very literate person who reads extensively. Ella es una persona muy alfabetizada que lee extensamente.
B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/ Lazily perezosamente Meaning in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly Example He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning. Él estiró perezosamente los brazos y bostezó por la mañana.
B2 adjective /ˈlʌv.ə.bəl/ Lovable digno de amor; adorable Meaning deserving of love; endearing; adorable Example The puppy was so lovable that everyone wanted to adopt it. El cachorro era tan adorable que todos querían adoptarlo.
B2 adverb /ˈlaɪk.waɪz/ Likewise de la misma manera; igualmente; de forma similar Meaning in the same way; also; similarly Example She studied hard for the exam, and her brother did likewise. Ella estudió mucho para el examen, y su hermano hizo lo mismo.
B2 adjective /ˈlʌvəbl̩/ loveable felicidad Meaning easy to love; endearing or charming Example The puppy was so loveable that everyone wanted to hold it. Ella no pudo esconder su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
B2 noun /lɔːɡ/ Log tronco Meaning a piece of a dead or felled tree trunk or branch, especially one stripped of bark Example They sat on a log by the campfire. Se sentaron sobre un tronco cerca de la fogata.
B2 noun ləˈdʒɪs.tɪks Logistics logística Meaning The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies. Example Logistics ensures timely delivery. La logística asegura una entrega puntual.
B2 noun /ˈleɪzər/ laser láser Meaning a device that emits a concentrated beam of light Example The doctor used a laser to perform eye surgery. El doctor usó un láser para realizar una cirugía ocular.
B2 adjective /lɑːrdʒ skeɪl/ large-scale gran escala Meaning involving a large number or quantity, or covering a large area Example The company is planning a large-scale expansion into international markets. La empresa está planeando una expansión a gran escala en los mercados internacionales.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.ə.nəs/ Lioness leona Meaning an adult female lion Example The fierce lioness protected her cubs from danger. La feroz leona protegió a sus cachorros del peligro.
B2 noun /ˈlæn.tərn/ Lantern farol Meaning a portable lamp with a protective covering, often used outdoors Example We carried a lantern during our camping trip. Llevamos un farol durante nuestro viaje de campamento.
B2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/ luxurious lujoso Meaning extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense Example They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation. Se hospedaron en un hotel lujoso durante sus vacaciones.
B2 noun /lɪm/ limb miembro Meaning an arm or leg of a person or animal; a large branch of a tree Example He broke a limb while climbing the tree. Se rompió un miembro mientras trepaba al árbol.
B2 noun /lɔːntʃ/ Launch lanch Meaning a large motorboat or a boat used to transport people and goods Example We took a launch to cross the river. Tomamos un lanch para cruzar el río.
B2 noun /ˈlɪstɪŋ/ listing lista Meaning a series of items or names written or printed in a specific order Example The listing of available jobs was updated daily. La lista de trabajos disponibles se actualizaba a diario.
B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si life expectancy esperanza de vida Meaning The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective. Example Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality. La esperanza de vida depende de la calidad de la atención médica.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪb.ər.əl/ Liberal liberal; tolerante; generoso; progresista en pensamiento Meaning open-minded; tolerant; generous; progressive in thinking Example She has a liberal attitude towards different cultures and beliefs. Ella tiene una actitud liberal hacia diferentes culturas y creencias.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪnˌʌp/ lineup alineación Meaning a group of people or things arranged in a sequence Example The event featured a star-studded lineup of musicians. El evento presentó una alineación de músicos llenos de estrellas.
B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/ laborer obrero Meaning a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill Example The laborer worked long hours at the construction site. El obrero trabajó largas horas en la obra.
B2 adverb /ˈlaɪtli/ lightly ligeramente Meaning gently or with little force or weight Example She touched the baby’s hand lightly. Ella tocó la mano del bebé ligeramente.
B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/ legitimacy legitimidad Meaning the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful Example The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers. La legitimidad de la elección fue cuestionada por los observadores.
B2 noun /lʌŋ/ Lung pulmón Meaning either of the two organs in the chest that you use for breathing Example Smoking can cause serious damage to your lungs. Fumar puede causar daños graves a tus pulmones.
B2 adjective /ˈles.ər/ Lesser menor Meaning smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior Example He chose the lesser of two evils when making his decision. Eligió el menor de dos males al tomar su decisión.
B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/ Looking glass espejo Meaning a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images Example She looked at herself in the looking glass. Ella se miró en el espejo.
B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/ legislative legislativo Meaning relating to the making of laws Example The legislative body passed the new tax bill. El cuerpo legislativo aprobó el nuevo proyecto de ley sobre impuestos.
B2 verb /liːp/ leap saltar Meaning to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps Example The cat leaped onto the table. El gato saltó sobre la mesa.
B2 noun /ˈlɪz.ɚd/ Lizard lagarto Meaning a cold-blooded reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail Example A small lizard ran across the garden wall. Un pequeño lagarto corrió por la pared del jardín.
B2 noun /ˈleɪ.bər.ər/ Labourer obrero Meaning a person who does unskilled physical work for wages Example The labourer worked hard all day at the construction site. El obrero trabajó duro todo el día en el sitio de construcción.
B2 adjective /ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/ Liable responsable; obligado; Meaning legally responsible; accountable; obligated Example The company is liable for any damages caused by their defective products. La empresa es responsable de los daños causados por sus productos defectuosos.
B2 noun ˈlɛɡ.ə.si legacy legado Meaning An amount of money or property left to someone in a will; something left or handed down by a predecessor. Example His contributions left a lasting legacy in the industry. Sus contribuciones dejaron un legado duradero en la industria.
B2 verb lɔːntʃt launched lanzado Meaning Set (something) in motion by pushing it or letting it go. Example The satellite was launched successfully. El satélite fue lanzado con éxito.
B2 noun, verb /laʊndʒ/ lounge salón Meaning A public room for relaxing; or to sit, lie, or stand in a relaxed way. Example They lounged on the sofa after dinner. Ellos se recostaron en el sofá después de la cena.
B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/ Lobster langosta Meaning a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell Example The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon. La langosta se sirvió con mantequilla derretida y limón.
B2 noun /liːk/ Leak fuga; agujero Meaning a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally Example There is a leak in the water pipe. Hay una fuga en la tubería de agua.
B2 noun; verb /ˈlaɪnʌp/ line-up alineación; formar en fila Meaning a group or arrangement of people or things in a line; to arrange people or things in a row or planned order Example The coach announced the team line-up before the match. El entrenador anunció la alineación antes del partido.
B2 noun /leɪs/ Lace encaje Meaning a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening Example She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns. Ella llevaba un hermoso vestido decorado con intrincados patrones de encaje.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.ɪŋ/ Landing aterrizaje Meaning the action of coming to rest on the ground or another surface; a level area at the top of a staircase Example The pilot made a smooth landing despite the stormy weather conditions. El piloto realizó un aterrizaje suave a pesar de las condiciones meteorológicas tormentosas.
B2 noun /ˈlep.ərd/ Leopard leopardo Meaning a large wild cat with yellow fur and black spots Example The leopard climbed the tree to rest in the shade. El leopardo subió al árbol para descansar en la sombra.
B2 noun /ˈleð.ər/ Leather cuero Meaning animal skin that has been treated to preserve it and make it suitable for use Example He bought a leather jacket from the store. Él compró una chaqueta de cuero en la tienda.
B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk landmark hito Meaning An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point. Example The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation. El restaurante espacial es un hito en la innovación.
B2 verb /lɪk/ lick lamer Meaning to pass the tongue over something; to defeat decisively Example The cat licked its paws clean. El gato lamió sus patas limpias.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.nər/ liner barco de pasajeros Meaning A large ship used for transporting people or goods regularly, or a material used as a lining inside something. Example The luxury liner docked at the port yesterday. El lujoso transatlántico atracó en el puerto ayer.
B2 adjective /ˈliː.fi/ Leafy con muchas hojas; cubierto de hojas Meaning having many leaves; covered with leaves Example The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious. Las verduras de hojas verdes son muy nutritivas.
B2 adjective /ˈlækɪŋ/ lacking falta Meaning not having enough of something; missing Example His report was lacking in detail. Su informe carecía de detalles.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪf.taɪm/ lifetime vida / duración de la vida Meaning The duration of a person's life or the existence of something. Example She achieved more in her lifetime than most people dream of. Ella logró más en su vida que la mayoría de las personas sueñan con lograr.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.səns/ Licence licencia Meaning a permit from an authority to own or use something, do a particular thing, or carry on a trade Example You need a driving licence to operate a car. Necesitas una licencia de conducir para operar un coche.