뜻
Used to introduce an instance that illustrates what is being said.
문화적 배경
In Spain, 'por ejemplo' is often used with a very specific rising intonation when making suggestions, almost turning the statement into a question. Mexicans often use 'haz de cuenta' (imagine/suppose) in similar contexts when telling a story or explaining a hypothetical situation. In Argentina, you might hear 'ponele' (put it/suppose it) as a very common informal substitute for 'por ejemplo' when suggesting something. In business meetings, providing 'ejemplos' is seen as a sign of transparency and competence. A speaker who doesn't use 'por ejemplo' might be seen as too abstract or untrustworthy.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma after 'por ejemplo' if it starts a sentence, or surround it with commas if it's in the middle.
Don't Overuse It
In a long list, use 'y' or 'también' to avoid repeating 'por ejemplo' too many times.
뜻
Used to introduce an instance that illustrates what is being said.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma after 'por ejemplo' if it starts a sentence, or surround it with commas if it's in the middle.
Don't Overuse It
In a long list, use 'y' or 'también' to avoid repeating 'por ejemplo' too many times.
The Suggestion Trick
Add 'por ejemplo' to the end of a question to make it sound more like a polite suggestion than a demand.
Abbreviation
When writing, use 'p. ej.'—it's the most common way to shorten it, similar to 'e.g.' in English.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
Me gustan los animales, ________, los perros.
'Por ejemplo' is the standard fixed phrase to introduce an example.
Which sentence is grammatically correct and natural?
A) ¿Quieres ir al parque, por ejemplo? B) ¿Quieres ir al parque por como ejemplo? C) ¿Quieres ir al parque para ejemplo?
'Por ejemplo' can naturally end a sentence to suggest an option.
Match the category with its example using 'por ejemplo'.
1. Frutas, 2. Países, 3. Colores
Matches specific items to their general categories.
Complete the dialogue.
Juan: ¿Qué idiomas hablas? María: Hablo varios, ________, español e italiano.
Both 'por ejemplo' and 'como' could work, but 'por ejemplo' is the most standard for this context.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Me gustan los animales, ________, los perros.
'Por ejemplo' is the standard fixed phrase to introduce an example.
A) ¿Quieres ir al parque, por ejemplo? B) ¿Quieres ir al parque por como ejemplo? C) ¿Quieres ir al parque para ejemplo?
'Por ejemplo' can naturally end a sentence to suggest an option.
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Matches specific items to their general categories.
Juan: ¿Qué idiomas hablas? María: Hablo varios, ________, español e italiano.
Both 'por ejemplo' and 'como' could work, but 'por ejemplo' is the most standard for this context.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is neutral and can be used in any context, from a text message to a legal document.
Yes, it is very common among native speakers, though technically redundant. It adds emphasis.
The most common abbreviation is 'p. ej.'
Usually, you place a comma before and after the phrase if it's in the middle of a sentence.
Yes, especially when making a suggestion: '¿Vamos al cine, por ejemplo?'
Yes. 'Por instancia' is not used in Spanish. You must use 'por ejemplo'.
No, 'por ejemplo' is a fixed phrase and never changes to 'por ejempla'.
Yes, it's a great way to start a paragraph that illustrates a point made in the previous one.
It's a very formal synonym for 'por ejemplo', rarely used in speech.
You use the abbreviation 'p. ej.'
관련 표현
Como
similarLike / As
Tales como
specialized formSuch as
Verbigracia
synonymFor example
A saber
contrastNamely
Pongamos por caso
builds onLet's take for instance
