This is the 1844th most frequent Spanish word.
ensayo
Essay or rehearsal.
Here, 'ensayo' refers to a written composition or essay, often dissecting and analyzing a specific topic, in this case, Spanish literature.
El ensayo que escribí sobre la literatura española recibió muchos elogios.
The essay I wrote about Spanish literature received much praise.
In this context, 'ensayo' means a rehearsal, which is a practice or trial performance in preparation for a public presentation or show.
Los actores tuvieron un ensayo para la obra de teatro anoche.
The actors had a rehearsal for the play last night.
Here, 'ensayo' is used in a scientific context, referring to a test or analysis aimed at assessing characteristics or contents, emphasizing its technical application.