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Old 05-16-2007, 02:34 PM   #6
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Originally Posted by SandraT
I think used can also be translated as DE USO depending on the context, of course.

Hi Sandra,
I agree because can be a context of selling used stuff by example "used cars"
would be "autos/carros usados".The same in this case:
Used Light Bulbs:ampolletas/bombillas usadas
Used Electronics: material electrónico usado
Used Mercury Devices: Dispositivos de mercurio usado
Used Batteries: Baterías/pilas usadas
That is different when I say: "the used light bulbs in this house were blue":
"las ampolletas utilizadas en esta casa eran azules".
And:"For sale used light bulbs"--> "se venden ampolletas usadas"

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Mario
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