How it works
Use a definite article for an identifiable noun and an indefinite article to introduce an item. Match the noun’s gender and number. Noun gender is supplied in the exercise support; you do not need to guess it.
| Meaning | Masculine | Feminine |
|---|---|---|
| singular: the | el | la |
| plural: the | los | las |
| singular: a/an | un | una |
| plural: some | unos | unas |
See it in a sentence
Necesito una silla.
I need a chair.
Silla is feminine; una introduces one chair without identifying a particular one.
Busco el libro nuevo. El libro nuevo está en la mesa.
I am looking for the new book. The new book is on the table.
The book is already identified, so El refers back to that book.
Put it into practice
Try it yourself
5 questions, with feedback after every answer. No account needed.
