The word "expreso" can function as both an adjective and a noun in Spanish.
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription for "expreso" is /eksˈpɾeso/.
"Expreso" has multiple meanings depending on the context: - As an adjective, it denotes something that is done rapidly or without delay, often emphasizing speed. - As a noun, it refers specifically to a type of train (an express train) that makes fewer stops than regular trains, or it can refer to an express service or expedited delivery.
In terms of usage frequency, "expreso" is commonly encountered both in oral and written contexts, particularly in conversations related to transport or when discussing express services (like mail or delivery).
The express train leaves at ten o'clock sharp.
He enviado un paquete por expreso para que llegue más rápido.
"Expreso" is not widely used in fixed idiomatic expressions, but it relates closely to ideas of speed and efficiency in various contexts. Here are some expressions and sentences where it might be applied:
Example: I requested the report express to have it before the meeting.
Envio expreso.
Example: Express shipping guarantees the package will arrive within 24 hours.
Recibir algo de forma expreso.
The word "expreso" derives from the Latin "expressus," which means "pressed out" or "expressed." This reflects the idea of something expedited or conveyed with emphasis on its immediacy.