English–Spanish

“the” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoel · las

Pronunciation

IPA/la/

Example

La casa está cerca.

The house is nearby.

Illustration for la (the)

How to say “the” in Spanish

“The” in Spanish is la.

Article used with a known feminine singular noun.

Full entry for la: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with la

La comida está deliciosa.

The meal is delicious.

Tips for using la

  • Some singular feminine nouns that begin with a stressed /a/ use el instead of la for euphony (el agua), but agreement remains feminine.

Other Spanish words for “the”

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¿Dónde está el baño?

Where is the bathroom?

Veo las flores.

I see the flowers.

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