French Phrase
"Hola", c'est espagnol.
Meaning
This phrase is used to identify the linguistic origin of the word 'Hola'. It uses the French construction 'c'est' to link a subject with its language category.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are clarifying that a specific word belongs to the Spanish language. It is commonly used in multilingual settings or language learning contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Holac'estespagnol
C'est
A contraction of 'ce' and 'est', used to identify or describe things in French.
espagnol
The word for the Spanish language; it is written in lowercase in French.
🗨In Conversation
Que veut dire 'Hola' ?
What does 'Hola' mean?
"Hola", c'est espagnol pour dire bonjour.
'Hola' is Spanish for hello.
✕Common Mistakes
"Hola" est espagnol.
In French, identification requires the demonstrative 'ce' (c') before the verb 'être'.
↔Alternatives
"Hola" est un mot espagnol.
"Hola" is a Spanish word.
C'est de l'espagnol.
It is Spanish (language).
Cultural Tip
Because France and Spain are neighbors, many French speakers know basic Spanish greetings. In French, remember that language names like 'espagnol' are not capitalized when used as adjectives or nouns for the language itself.