Meaning
Shopping for garments.
Cultural Background
Shopping is often done in 'rebajas' (sales) seasons, which are highly anticipated. Street markets or 'tianguis' are very popular for buying clothes.
Collective Noun
Remember that 'ropa' is singular. Never say 'ropas'.
Social Activity
Don't be afraid to invite friends to 'comprar ropa' with you!
Meaning
Shopping for garments.
Collective Noun
Remember that 'ropa' is singular. Never say 'ropas'.
Social Activity
Don't be afraid to invite friends to 'comprar ropa' with you!
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Necesito ____ ropa para el trabajo.
You buy clothes, you don't eat or drink them.
Which is correct?
A) Comprar ropas B) Comprar ropa
Ropa is a collective noun.
Finish the dialogue.
A: ¿Qué haces? B: ____.
This is the only logical response.
Match the verb to the object.
Comprar -> ?
All are possible, but in this context, we focus on ropa.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesNecesito ____ ropa para el trabajo.
You buy clothes, you don't eat or drink them.
A) Comprar ropas B) Comprar ropa
Ropa is a collective noun.
A: ¿Qué haces? B: ____.
This is the only logical response.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
All are possible, but in this context, we focus on ropa.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsNo, 'ropa' is a collective noun and stays singular.
No, it is neutral and very common.
You can say 'comprar una camisa', but 'comprar ropa' is fine too.
Related Phrases
Ir de compras
synonymTo go shopping
Probarse ropa
builds onTo try on clothes
Tienda de ropa
specialized formClothing store
