What does es decir in Spanish mean?

What is the meaning of the word es decir in Spanish? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use es decir in Spanish.

The word es decir in Spanish means that is, not utter a word. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word es decir

that is

expresión (en otras palabras)

(expression: Prepositional phrase, adverbial phrase, or other phrase or expression--for example, "behind the times," "on your own.")
Esta póliza está destinada a conductores jóvenes, es decir, a quienes acaban de obtener su licencia.
This policy is intended for young drivers, meaning those who just got their license.

not utter a word

expresión (no soltar palabra)

(expression: Prepositional phrase, adverbial phrase, or other phrase or expression--for example, "behind the times," "on your own.")

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