Learn About Nouns in Spanish
This page provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and using nouns in Spanish. Includes examples and exercises.
mes
month
The Spanish word for 'month' is 'mes'. It is used in the same context as in English to denote a time period of approximately 30 days or one-twelfth of a year. For example, 'Un mes tiene 30 o 31 días' translates to 'A month has 30 or 31 days'. It's also used in expressions of time like 'el mes pasado' for 'last month' or 'el próximo mes' for 'next month'.
Example sentences with mes →mesa de despacho
desk
The phrase 'mesa de despacho' is Spanish for 'desk'. Derived from the Spanish words 'mesa' meaning 'table' and 'despacho' meaning 'office', it is commonly used in workplace contexts. These words typically refer to a piece of furniture with a flat top surface used for reading, writing, or using computers, usually found in office environments.
mesilla de noche
night table
The Spanish word 'mesilla de noche' translates to 'night table' in English. This is typically a small table or cabinet designed to stand beside a bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. It is often used to support things that might be useful during the night, such as a lamp, alarm clock, glasses, a book, a drink, or medication.
Meteorología
Meteorology
Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, especially in relation to weather and weather forecasting. It seeks to understand and predict the Earth's atmospheric conditions, including patterns such as climate and weather.
Example sentences with Meteorología →método
method
The Spanish word for 'method' is 'método'. It is used almost similarly to the English usage, referring to a particular procedure for accomplishing or approaching something, especially a systematic or established one. For example, 'Este es el método que usamos para resolver el problema' means 'This is the method we use to solve the problem'.
Example sentences with método →metralleta
machine
The word 'metralleta' in Spanish translates to 'machine gun' in English. 'Metralleta' comes from the combination of the Spanish words 'metralla', meaning shrapnel, and the diminutive ending '-eta'. While it could be assumed that 'metralleta' refers to 'machine', it is specificaly used for the term 'machine gun', which is a rapid-fire, automatic firearm designed for the tactical role of suppressing enemy troops.
Example sentences with metralleta →metro
metro
The Spanish word 'metro' translates directly into English as 'metro'. It is commonly used in reference to a system of public transportation that operates in a major city, particularly underground, such as subways or rapid transit systems. This word is very common in urban areas where there is a heavy reliance on public transportation.
Example sentences with metro →miembro
member
In Spanish, 'miembro' is used to refer to a person who is part of a group, community, team or organization. Just like in English, it can apply to any context, whether it's a family member, a team member, or a member of a specific organization or club.
Example sentences with miembro →mientras
while
The Spanish word 'mientras' is used to mean 'while', typically indicating simultaneous events or a condition that is true as long as something else is happening. For instance, you might say 'Escucho música mientras estudio' to mean 'I listen to music while I study'. It can also be used to imply a contrast, similar to how 'while' is used in English.
Example sentences with mientras →militar
military
In Spanish, 'militar' is used in similar contexts as in English, referring to anything related to the armed forces. It could be either a noun or an adjective, depending on the context. For example, 'uniforme militar' translates to 'military uniform', while 'El militar' would refer to 'The military man'.
Example sentences with militar →minuto
minute
The Spanish word for 'minute' is 'minuto'. It is used in the same context as it is in English, to indicate a unit of time. The word 'minuto' is a masculine noun in Spanish, so when using it in a sentence, ensure that it agrees with other elements in the sentence.
Example sentences with minuto →mitad
half
The Spanish word 'mitad' translates to 'half' in English. It is commonly used in both languages to refer to 50% of a particular thing or quantity. It can be used contextually in phrases regarding divisions or fractions. For instance, one can say 'mitad de una manzana' which translates to 'half of an apple'. It is used exactly as 'half' is used in English.
Example sentences with mitad →modelo
model
The Spanish word for 'model' is 'modelo'. It could be a noun referring to a particular design of a product, or a representation of a specific situation, object or person. 'Modelo' is also used metaphorically to refer to a good or ideal example of something, whether it's a behavior, a thought process or a lifestyle. Just like in English, context plays a key role in determining what 'modelo' refers to in any given sentence.
Example sentences with modelo →momento
moment
In Spanish, 'momento' is used similarly to how 'moment' is used in English. It can refer to a brief period of time, or a specific point in an event or story. For instance, 'what's happening at this moment?' can be translated as '¿qué está pasando en este momento?'. It can also be used to express 'just a moment' as 'solo un momento'.
Example sentences with momento →moneda
currency
The Spanish word 'moneda' translates to 'currency' in English. It represents a medium of exchange, typically cash, coins or other forms of tender recognized by a legal system for trading goods and services. 'Moneda' is used in many Spanish-speaking countries to denote both a single unit of currency as well as the general concept of money or monetary system. This term plays a crucial role in economy and finance.
mono
monkey
Monkeys are primate of the family Cercopithecidae. Monkeys can often be very intelligent and cunning creatures, and some are able to use tools and engage in complex social behavior.
Example sentences with mono →montaña
mountain
'Montaña' refers to a landform that rises above the surrounding areas. It is higher and steeper than a hill, and often has a peak.
Example sentences with montaña →mora
blackberry
Blackberries are versatile fruits, commonly used in desserts, jams, seedless jelly, and sometimes wine. They are high in fiber and vitamin C.
Example sentences with mora →mosquito
mosquito
The Spanish word 'mosquito' translates to 'mosquito' in English. It is used to describe a small flying insect that feeds on the blood of humans and animals. These insects are usually active during the nighttime or in dark places. They are considered pests because some types of mosquitoes are carriers of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and zika virus.
Example sentences with mosquito →mostrar
show
In Spanish, 'mostrar' is the equivalent of 'show' in English. It is often used in the context of displaying or presenting something. For instance, if you wanted to say 'show me the book', you would say 'muéstrame el libro'. It can be conjugated differently depending on the subject of the sentence.
Example sentences with mostrar →moto
motorcycle
A motorcycle, also known as a motorbike, is a two or three-wheeled motor vehicle. They are most commonly used for commuting, long distance travel, and sport racing.
Example sentences with moto →motor
motor
The Spanish word 'motor' translates to 'motor' in English. It commonly refers to a machine, especially one powered by electricity or internal combustion, that supplies motive power for a vehicle or for some other device with moving parts. It is widely used in various fields like automotive, mechanical, electrical, and many more. Just like in English, the word can also be used metaphorically in Spanish to describe a driving force or influence.
Example sentences with motor →mover
move
In Spanish, 'mover' is used just like the English 'move'. It can be used to express physical movement or the process of changing the position or location of something or someone. It is often used in the context of 'moverse', a reflexive form, which would be translated as 'to move oneself'.
Example sentences with mover →móvil
mobile
The Spanish word 'móvil' translates to 'mobile' in English. It can refer to different contexts such as mobile phone, or indicating that something is capable of being moved. For instance, when used in the context of telecommunications, un 'teléfono móvil' means a mobile phone. In a broader context however, it generally signifies something that is not fixed and can move or be moved. The word is commonly used in both human and scientific connotations as desired.
muela
fly
The word 'muela' in Spanish does not translate to 'fly' in English. Instead, 'muela' is translated as 'molar'. A molar is a type of tooth located at the back of the mouth, designed for grinding food during chewing. The term 'fly' is translated to 'mosca' in Spanish.
muerte
death
The Spanish word for 'death' is 'muerte'. It's a feminine noun used to talk about the end of life. It's often used just like the word 'death' in English, such as in expressions of condolence or in discussions about mortality.
Example sentences with muerte →muestra
sample
The Spanish word 'muestra' translates to 'sample' in English. This can refer to a small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like. For example, in a scientific context, a 'muestra' could be a sample of tissue or blood. In a retail context, it may refer to a sample product given for free in order to try it. Depending on its usage, 'muestra' can also be translated as a demonstration, display, or exhibit.
mujer
woman
The Spanish word for woman is 'mujer'. It is a noun used to refer to an adult human female. It can be used in different contexts just like its English counterpart, for example to denote gender, to refer to a specific female, in expressions etc. Like all Spanish nouns, 'mujer' has a grammatical gender and it is feminine.
Example sentences with mujer →mundo
world
The Spanish word 'mundo' translates to 'world' in English. It is used in similar contexts as it is in English, such as when referring to the entire Earth or to the general public. It is also used in idiomatic expressions in Spanish such as 'El mundo es un pañuelo' which translates to 'It's a small world'.
Example sentences with mundo →muñeca
wrist
The Spanish term 'muñeca' translates to 'wrist' in English. It describes the joint connecting the hand with the forearm. This term may also have other meanings depending on the context. For instance, 'muñeca' could also mean 'doll' in English. In terms of anatomy or body parts, however, 'muñeca' refers to the flexible and complex human joint that allows us to bend and rotate our hands in different directions.