You probably already know what an apple is! The Spanish word for apple is manzana. This is a feminine noun, so you'll say la manzana for 'the apple'. If you want to talk about multiple apples, you'd say las manzanas. You can use manzana to describe the fruit itself, like "Me gusta comer una manzana" (I like to eat an apple), or even to talk about an apple tree: "Este es un árbol de manzanas" (This is an apple tree).
When you're at the market or a fruit stand, knowing how to ask for an apple is super useful. You'll hear "manzana" a lot, whether you're talking about a snack, a juice, or even a pie. It's a fundamental word for daily life and understanding basic conversations about food. You might even hear it in common phrases like "es la manzana de la discordia," meaning "it's the apple of discord."
When you're at the market or grocery store in a Spanish-speaking country, you'll often hear "manzana". It's a fundamental word for daily life. For example, you might ask, "¿Cuánto cuesta la manzana?" (How much does the apple cost?) or you could say, "Me gustaría una manzana roja" (I would like a red apple). You'll also encounter it in common phrases like "una tarta de manzana" (an apple pie). Knowing this word will help you navigate shopping and food conversations with ease.
Fun Fact
The word 'manzana' in Spanish shares its root with words for 'apple' in other Romance languages, like 'mele' in Italian and 'maçã' in Portuguese.
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Grammar to Know
Nouns in Spanish have a gender (masculine or feminine). 'Manzana' is a feminine noun.
La manzana (The apple - feminine singular definite article 'la')
To make a noun plural, you generally add -s to words ending in a vowel, and -es to words ending in a consonant.
Manzana (singular) -> Manzanas (plural)
Adjectives must agree in gender and number with the noun they describe.
Manzana roja (Red apple - 'roja' is feminine singular to match 'manzana')
The indefinite articles 'un' (a/an, masculine) and 'una' (a/an, feminine) are used before nouns.
Una manzana (An apple)
The definite articles 'el' (the, masculine) and 'la' (the, feminine) are used before nouns.
La manzana (The apple)
Examples by Level
La tarta de manzana de mi abuela es la mejor que he probado.
My grandmother's apple pie is the best I've ever tasted.
Here, 'manzana' is part of a compound noun 'tarta de manzana' (apple pie).
Para un tentempié saludable, siempre elijo una manzana fresca.
For a healthy snack, I always choose a fresh apple.
Notice the use of 'una' (a/an) before 'manzana' because it's a feminine singular noun.
Dicen que una manzana al día del médico te libraría.
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away.
This is a common Spanish proverb, demonstrating the cultural significance of apples.
El jugo de manzana es mi bebida favorita en el desayuno.
Apple juice is my favorite drink for breakfast.
Similar to 'tarta de manzana', 'jugo de manzana' (apple juice) is another compound noun.
Compramos varias manzanas para hacer sidra casera este otoño.
We bought several apples to make homemade cider this autumn.
Here, 'manzanas' is plural, indicating multiple apples.
La manzana Fuji es conocida por su dulzura y textura crujiente.
The Fuji apple is known for its sweetness and crisp texture.
'Manzana' is used with a specific variety name to describe a particular type of apple.
Después de correr, siempre me apetece una manzana para rehidratarme.
After running, I always fancy an apple to rehydrate.
'Apetecer' is a verb often used to express 'to feel like' or 'to crave'.
Las manzanas se cultivan en muchas regiones de España, especialmente en el norte.
Apples are grown in many regions of Spain, especially in the north.
This sentence uses 'manzanas' in a general sense to refer to apples as a crop.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Quiero una manzana para el postre.
I want an apple for dessert.
La manzana es mi fruta favorita.
The apple is my favorite fruit.
Tienes una manzana en tu mochila.
You have an apple in your backpack.
Mi abuela hace una tarta de manzana deliciosa.
My grandmother makes a delicious apple pie.
Necesito comprar manzanas en el supermercado.
I need to buy apples at the supermarket.
¿Te gusta el zumo de manzana?
Do you like apple juice?
Dame una manzana roja, por favor.
Give me a red apple, please.
Los niños comen manzanas en el recreo.
The children eat apples at recess.
Esa manzana está muy dulce.
That apple is very sweet.
Una manzana al día mantiene al médico alejado.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
Idioms & Expressions
"Ser la manzana de la discordia"
To be the apple of discord; the cause of an argument or disagreement.
La herencia familiar fue la manzana de la discordia entre los hermanos. (The family inheritance was the apple of discord between the siblings.)
neutral"Caer como una manzana podrida"
To fall like a rotten apple; to be exposed or revealed as bad or corrupt.
Su reputación cayó como una manzana podrida cuando se descubrió el fraude. (His reputation fell like a rotten apple when the fraud was discovered.)
neutral"Estar más sano que una manzana"
To be healthier than an apple; to be in very good health.
Después de su recuperación, mi abuelo está más sano que una manzana. (After his recovery, my grandfather is healthier than an apple.)
informal"La manzana no cae lejos del árbol"
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree; children often resemble their parents in character or behavior.
Su hijo es tan talentoso como él; la manzana no cae lejos del árbol. (His son is as talented as him; the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.)
neutral"Comerse la manzana"
To eat the apple; to be tricked or deceived (referencing the biblical story of Adam and Eve).
No te dejes engañar, no te comas la manzana. (Don't let yourself be fooled, don't eat the apple.)
informal"Encontrar la manzana de su ojo"
To find the apple of one's eye; to find someone or something very cherished and beloved.
Finalmente encontró la manzana de su ojo en su nueva mascota. (He finally found the apple of his eye in his new pet.)
neutral"Manzana envenenada"
Poisoned apple; something that seems appealing but is actually harmful or dangerous.
Esa oportunidad parecía buena, pero resultó ser una manzana envenenada. (That opportunity seemed good, but it turned out to be a poisoned apple.)
neutral"Manzana dulce"
Sweet apple; used to describe a pleasant or agreeable person.
Ella es siempre tan amable, una verdadera manzana dulce. (She is always so kind, a true sweet apple.)
informal"La manzana prohibida"
The forbidden apple; something desired but unattainable or illicit.
Para muchos, la fama es la manzana prohibida. (For many, fame is the forbidden apple.)
neutral"Tener la manzana en la mano"
To have the apple in one's hand; to have an opportunity within reach.
Con esta beca, tienes la manzana en la mano para estudiar en el extranjero. (With this scholarship, you have the apple in your hand to study abroad.)
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Gender and Articles for 'Manzana'
Remember that 'manzana' is a feminine noun. This means you'll use feminine articles like 'la' (the) or 'una' (a/an) with it. For example, 'la manzana' (the apple) or 'una manzana' (an apple).
Plural of 'Manzana'
To make 'manzana' plural, you simply add '-s' to the end. So, 'manzanas' means 'apples'. You would then use plural feminine articles like 'las' (the) or 'unas' (some) with it, such as 'las manzanas' (the apples).
Describing Apples
You can describe apples with adjectives. Remember that adjectives in Spanish usually come after the noun and need to agree in gender and number. For example, 'manzana roja' (red apple) or 'manzanas verdes' (green apples).
Common Phrases with 'Manzana'
Here are a few common phrases: 'comer una manzana' (to eat an apple), 'jugo de manzana' (apple juice), 'tarta de manzana' (apple pie).
Using 'Manzana' in Sentences
Practice using 'manzana' in simple sentences. Try saying things like: 'Me gusta la manzana.' (I like the apple.) or 'Quiero una manzana.' (I want an apple.)
Visual Association
When you think of the word 'manzana', try to visualize an apple in your mind. This visual association can help you remember the word more easily.
Flashcards for 'Manzana'
Create a flashcard for 'manzana'. On one side, write 'manzana' and on the other, draw a picture of an apple or write its English definition. Review these regularly.
Listen for 'Manzana'
Try to listen for 'manzana' in Spanish songs, podcasts, or videos. Hearing the word in context can help with pronunciation and comprehension. Pay attention to how native speakers use it.
Practice Speaking with 'Manzana'
Don't be afraid to say 'manzana' out loud. Practice saying it correctly. The more you use the word, the more natural it will feel. Try to incorporate it into your daily Spanish practice.
Contextual Learning
Think about where you might encounter apples in real life. If you're at a grocery store, try to identify the 'manzanas'. This real-world application can solidify your understanding.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Imagine a 'man' (hombre) reaching for an 'apple' (manzana) on a 'zana' (zebra-like) tree. The 'man' sees the 'apple' and 'zana' looks like 'apple'.
Visual Association
Picture a bright red apple with a small man standing next to it, holding a 'Z' shaped branch. The man represents 'man' and the 'Z' branch represents 'zana'.
Word Web
Challenge
Go to a grocery store. Find the apples. Point to one and say 'Quiero una manzana' to yourself. Try to identify red and green apples by saying 'manzana roja' and 'manzana verde'.
Word Origin
From Vulgar Latin *mattiana (apple of Matius), named after Gaius Matius, a Roman writer of the 1st century B.C. who wrote on horticulture.
Original meaning: apple of Matius
Indo-European (Italic branch)Cultural Context
<p>In Spanish-speaking cultures, apples are a common and versatile fruit. They're enjoyed fresh, used in desserts like <i>tarta de manzana</i> (apple pie), and even feature in some savory dishes.</p><p>Apples also appear in common idioms, such as <i>'la manzana de la discordia'</i> (the apple of discord), which refers to something that causes an argument.</p>
Test Yourself 66 questions
Me gusta comer una ___ (apple) roja.
The word for 'apple' in Spanish is 'manzana'.
La ___ (apple) es una fruta muy saludable.
'Manzana' refers to an apple, a healthy fruit.
Quiero una ___ (apple) verde, por favor.
To ask for a green apple, you use 'manzana verde'.
El jugo de ___ (apple) es delicioso.
Juice made from apples is 'jugo de manzana'.
Ella tiene una ___ (apple) en su mochila.
When someone has an apple, they have a 'manzana'.
Compro una ___ (apple) en el supermercado.
To buy an apple at the supermarket, you buy a 'manzana'.
Write a short sentence describing your favorite color of apple. (My favorite apple is...)
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Mi manzana favorita es roja.
Imagine you are at a market. Write a short sentence asking for an apple. (I want an apple, please.)
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Quiero una manzana, por favor.
Write a sentence saying that apples are healthy. (Apples are healthy.)
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Las manzanas son saludables.
¿Qué fruta compró para el almuerzo?
Read this passage:
En la frutería, vi muchas frutas. Había plátanos amarillos, naranjas jugosas y manzanas rojas y verdes. Compré una manzana para mi almuerzo. Me gusta comer manzanas frescas.
¿Qué fruta compró para el almuerzo?
El pasaje dice 'Compré una manzana para mi almuerzo.'
El pasaje dice 'Compré una manzana para mi almuerzo.'
¿Cuándo produce el árbol de manzanas las frutas?
Read this passage:
Mi abuela tiene un jardín grande. En su jardín, hay un árbol de manzanas. Cada otoño, el árbol produce muchas manzanas deliciosas. Hacemos pastel de manzana con ellas.
¿Cuándo produce el árbol de manzanas las frutas?
El pasaje dice 'Cada otoño, el árbol produce muchas manzanas deliciosas.'
El pasaje dice 'Cada otoño, el árbol produce muchas manzanas deliciosas.'
¿Cómo prefiere el autor comer la manzana con el yogur?
Read this passage:
Para un desayuno saludable, me gusta comer yogur con fruta. A veces, añado fresas y otras veces, corto una manzana en trozos pequeños. La manzana le da un sabor dulce y crujiente al yogur.
¿Cómo prefiere el autor comer la manzana con el yogur?
El pasaje dice 'otras veces, corto una manzana en trozos pequeños.'
El pasaje dice 'otras veces, corto una manzana en trozos pequeños.'
Me gusta comer una ___ verde todos los días.
The sentence is talking about eating a green fruit every day. 'Manzana' (apple) fits the description.
Para hacer tarta de ___, necesitas muchas de esta fruta.
The sentence refers to a type of pie. 'Tarta de manzana' (apple pie) is a common dish.
La ___ es una fruta muy común en otoño.
Apples are a very common fruit in autumn.
En el huerto de mi abuelo hay muchos árboles de ___.
The sentence describes an orchard with many trees of a certain fruit. 'Árboles de manzana' (apple trees) is the correct phrase.
Prefiero la ___ roja a la verde por su sabor más dulce.
The sentence talks about preferring a red fruit over a green one due to its sweeter taste. 'Manzana' (apple) fits this description.
Corté la ___ en rodajas para mi ensalada de frutas.
The sentence describes slicing a fruit for a fruit salad. 'Manzana' (apple) is a common ingredient in fruit salads.
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'El chef preparó una tarta de ___ deliciosa.'
The context implies a fruit commonly used in tarts, and 'manzana' (apple) is the most suitable option.
Which of these phrases correctly uses 'manzana' to describe a common object?
'Una manzana de Adán' is a common idiomatic expression in Spanish for Adam's apple.
If someone says 'Es la niña de mis ojos,' referring to their child, which fruit is often associated with a similar expression in English to denote something cherished?
In English, 'the apple of my eye' is a common idiom for something cherished, mirroring the sentiment of 'la niña de mis ojos'.
The phrase 'la manzana de la discordia' refers to an object that causes agreement.
'La manzana de la discordia' means 'the apple of discord,' referring to something that causes disagreement or conflict, not agreement.
It is common to find 'manzana' as an ingredient in a 'sidra', an alcoholic beverage.
'Sidra' (cider) is an alcoholic beverage traditionally made from apples ('manzanas').
The adjective 'manzanilla' is directly related to the fruit 'manzana' and means 'small apple'.
'Manzanilla' refers to chamomile, a type of flower, and is not directly related to the size of an 'manzana' (apple).
La palabra que falta es una fruta común.
Presta atención a la concordancia de género y número.
Considera el contexto de la frase idiomática.
Read this aloud:
Describe en tus propias palabras qué es una manzana.
Focus: las vocales 'a'
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Completa la frase y repítela: 'Prefiero las manzanas ______ a las verdes'.
Focus: el sonido de la 'r' suave
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Responde a la pregunta: '¿Qué tipo de postres se pueden hacer con manzanas?'
Focus: la pronunciación de 'postres'
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Describe a time you tried a new fruit for the first time. What was it like? Use at least two descriptive adjectives for the fruit.
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La primera vez que probé una fruta del dragón, me sorprendió su color vibrante y su textura suave pero con pequeñas semillas crujientes. Su sabor era ligeramente dulce y refrescante, a diferencia de cualquier otra fruta que hubiera comido antes. Fue una experiencia tropical muy interesante.
Imagine you are explaining to a friend how to make a simple apple pie (tarta de manzana). What ingredients would you need and what are the basic steps? (Focus on the main ingredients and the order of preparation.)
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Para una tarta de manzana sencilla, necesitarás manzanas, azúcar, harina, mantequilla y un poco de canela. Primero, pelas y cortas las manzanas. Luego, las mezclas con el azúcar y la canela. Después, preparas la masa con harina y mantequilla. Finalmente, pones las manzanas en la masa y horneas hasta que esté dorada.
Compare and contrast two different types of apples you know (e.g., Granny Smith vs. Fuji). Discuss their taste, texture, and best uses.
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Las manzanas Granny Smith son conocidas por su sabor ácido y su textura firme, ideales para hornear y ensaladas. Por otro lado, las manzanas Fuji son más dulces y jugosas, perfectas para comer crudas. Ambas son crujientes, pero la Fuji tiene un dulzor más pronunciado que la Granny Smith.
¿Según el pasaje, ¿cuál es un beneficio principal del consumo de manzanas?
Read this passage:
El consumo de frutas es fundamental para una dieta equilibrada. Las manzanas, en particular, son ricas en fibra y vitaminas, lo que las convierte en un snack saludable y saciante. Muchos estudios demuestran que una manzana al día puede contribuir a mejorar la salud cardiovascular y digestiva.
¿Según el pasaje, ¿cuál es un beneficio principal del consumo de manzanas?
El pasaje menciona explícitamente que 'una manzana al día puede contribuir a mejorar la salud cardiovascular y digestiva'.
El pasaje menciona explícitamente que 'una manzana al día puede contribuir a mejorar la salud cardiovascular y digestiva'.
¿Qué tipo de evento se celebra en La Rioja y qué propósito tiene?
Read this passage:
En la región de La Rioja, España, se celebra anualmente la 'Fiesta de la Manzana', un evento que rinde homenaje a esta fruta y a su importancia en la economía local. Durante la fiesta, se realizan concursos de recetas con manzanas, degustaciones y venta de productos artesanales.
¿Qué tipo de evento se celebra en La Rioja y qué propósito tiene?
El pasaje indica claramente que se celebra la 'Fiesta de la Manzana' para 'rendir homenaje a esta fruta y a su importancia en la economía local'.
El pasaje indica claramente que se celebra la 'Fiesta de la Manzana' para 'rendir homenaje a esta fruta y a su importancia en la economía local'.
¿Dónde se cree que se originó la manzana según el texto?
Read this passage:
La historia de la manzana es fascinante. Se cree que su origen se remonta a Asia Central y que fue uno de los primeros árboles frutales cultivados por el ser humano. A lo largo de los siglos, ha viajado por diferentes continentes y ha dado lugar a miles de variedades, cada una con sus propias características.
¿Dónde se cree que se originó la manzana según el texto?
El pasaje afirma que 'se cree que su origen se remonta a Asia Central'.
El pasaje afirma que 'se cree que su origen se remonta a Asia Central'.
Tras años de dedicación a la agricultura ecológica, el huerto de la familia finalmente produjo una cosecha de ___ tan exquisita que su fama trascendió las fronteras del pueblo.
The context implies a bountiful and renowned harvest, and 'manzanas' (apples) fits perfectly as a fruit often associated with such agricultural success.
La enigmática sonrisa de la Gioconda, dicen algunos historiadores del arte, es tan compleja y matizada como el sabor de una ___ madura, con capas de dulzura y acidez que se revelan con el tiempo.
The comparison is made to something complex and nuanced, with layers of sweetness and acidity. An apple (manzana) fits this description metaphorically in Spanish.
En la mitología nórdica, las diosas mantenían su eterna juventud consumiendo ___ doradas, un símbolo de inmortalidad y vitalidad que contrastaba con la mortalidad humana.
In Norse mythology, golden apples (manzanas) are indeed associated with the goddesses' eternal youth and immortality.
A pesar de la aparente simplicidad de su superficie, el comportamiento cuántico de las partículas subatómicas es tan impredecible y fascinante como la caída de una ___ en un vacío, desafiando las leyes de la física clásica.
The reference to 'la caída de una manzana' (the fall of an apple) alludes to Newton's famous anecdote, but here it's used metaphorically to highlight unpredictability and defiance of classical physics in a quantum context. This is a subtle and advanced usage.
La novela de ciencia ficción exploraba un futuro distópico donde la sociedad, esclavizada por la tecnología, había olvidado el placer de los actos más simples, como morder una ___ fresca cultivada en un huerto.
The sentence emphasizes a return to simple, natural pleasures in a dystopian future. Eating a fresh apple (manzana) from a garden perfectly contrasts with a technologically enslaved society.
La filosofía estoica aboga por la aceptación de lo inmutable, tal como la inevitable caída de una ___ del árbol cuando su ciclo vital ha llegado a su fin, enseñándonos a encontrar la serenidad en el proceso natural.
The 'caída de una manzana' (fall of an apple) is a classic metaphor for natural, inevitable processes, aligning well with the Stoic philosophy of accepting what cannot be changed.
This sentence discusses the critical importance of sustainability for the future, a complex C1-level topic.
This sentence explores the profound impact of globalization on cultural diversity, suitable for C1 learners.
This sentence emphasizes the critical need to analyze technology's societal impact, a C1-level analytical skill.
En la obra literaria cumbre del autor, la ___ se erige como metáfora de la efímera naturaleza de la existencia humana y la fragilidad de la inocencia perdida.
In this context, 'manzana' is used metaphorically to represent a complex idea, fitting a C2 level understanding of literary symbolism.
Tras un meticuloso análisis hermenéutico del texto, se discernió que la ___ no solo simboliza la tentación primordial, sino también el conocimiento proscrito que desata la caída del héroe.
This question requires understanding 'manzana' as a symbol of temptation and forbidden knowledge within a high-level literary analysis.
La alegoría central del poema gira en torno a la ___ dorada, la cual, lejos de ser un mero fruto, encarna la aspiración inalcanzable de la perfección y la búsqueda quimérica de la verdad absoluta.
Here, 'manzana' is used in an allegorical sense, representing abstract concepts, which is characteristic of C2 language use.
En el intrincado tejido narrativo de la novela, el envenenamiento de la ___ sirve como catalizador para el desarrollo trágico de los acontecimientos, precipitándose así el inevitable desenlace funesto.
The question uses 'manzana' as a critical plot device with profound implications, demonstrating a C2 understanding of its symbolic weight.
La iconografía renacentista a menudo representaba la ___ en manos de figuras mitológicas, aludiendo a la discordia y los juicios fatídicos que alteraban el destino de dioses y mortales.
This exercise requires knowledge of 'manzana' in a historical and mythological context, common in C2 academic discourse.
El postulado filosófico planteado por el erudito se fundamenta en la dualidad de la ___ como símbolo de conocimiento y de la perdición inherente a la búsqueda desenfrenada del mismo.
The use of 'manzana' to represent complex philosophical concepts like knowledge and perdition aligns with C2 level abstract thinking and vocabulary.
Choose the most appropriate synonym for "manzana" in a highly sophisticated culinary context, implying a rare or refined variety.
"Poma" is an archaic and poetic term for apple, lending a sophisticated air, whereas the others are either too generic or overly descriptive.
Which of the following proverbs, when translated into English, best captures a similar sentiment to 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away,' but with a more nuanced, almost philosophical, undertone regarding sustained well-being?
While 'Cada día una manzana...' is a direct translation, 'De la manzana prohibida...' evokes a deeper, more existential interpretation of health, aligning with a C2 level of nuanced understanding.
In a discussion about the allegorical significance of fruits in literature, which concept is most profoundly and subtly represented by the 'manzana'?
The 'manzana' (apple) is a pervasive symbol in Western literature, most notably associated with the biblical story of the Garden of Eden, representing temptation, knowledge, and humanity's fall from grace, a profound allegorical concept.
The phrase "la manzana de la discordia" metaphorically refers to a trivial matter that unexpectedly escalates into a significant conflict, implying a subtle instigation rather than an obvious cause.
This statement is true. 'La manzana de la discordia' (the apple of discord) originates from Greek mythology and accurately describes a minor issue that provokes substantial disagreement or conflict, often due to underlying tensions.
In a poetic context, describing a sunset as a 'manzana incandescente' (incandescent apple) is an apt metaphor for its vibrant, fiery hues, suggesting a celestial fruit rather than a simple celestial body.
This statement is true. 'Manzana incandescente' is a powerful and imaginative metaphor, elevating the sunset beyond a mere celestial event to a vibrant, almost mythical entity, rich with poetic symbolism.
The idiom "caer como manzana madura" (to fall like a ripe apple) signifies a sudden and unexpected failure, contrary to the natural and anticipated consequence of ripeness.
This statement is false. "Caer como manzana madura" actually implies a natural, inevitable, and often anticipated outcome or event, not a sudden or unexpected failure.
This sentence uses 'manzana de la discordia' idiomatically to mean a point of contention or dispute, which accurately reflects the C2 level understanding of complex vocabulary and idiomatic expressions.
This sentence requires a C2 level understanding of advanced vocabulary like 'hiperrealismo' and 'minucioso' to reconstruct the descriptive phrase about the apple.
This sentence employs the idiom 'manzana envenenada' (poisoned apple) to signify a treacherous or harmful gift/decision, which is a C2 level idiomatic expression.
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Gender and Articles for 'Manzana'
Remember that 'manzana' is a feminine noun. This means you'll use feminine articles like 'la' (the) or 'una' (a/an) with it. For example, 'la manzana' (the apple) or 'una manzana' (an apple).
Plural of 'Manzana'
To make 'manzana' plural, you simply add '-s' to the end. So, 'manzanas' means 'apples'. You would then use plural feminine articles like 'las' (the) or 'unas' (some) with it, such as 'las manzanas' (the apples).
Describing Apples
You can describe apples with adjectives. Remember that adjectives in Spanish usually come after the noun and need to agree in gender and number. For example, 'manzana roja' (red apple) or 'manzanas verdes' (green apples).
Common Phrases with 'Manzana'
Here are a few common phrases: 'comer una manzana' (to eat an apple), 'jugo de manzana' (apple juice), 'tarta de manzana' (apple pie).
Example
Me gusta la tarta de manzana.
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