Spanish Conversation · Level 53
75 words
Spanish word
mancha
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈmantʃa/
Meaning
- feminine nounstain
Example
No puedo quitar la mancha de la camisa.
I can't remove the stain from the shirt.
More examples
¿Cómo quito la mancha de grasa de la sartén?
How do I remove the grease stain from the pan?
Core concept
A spot or blemish that stands out because its color differs from the surrounding material.
Common phrases
quitar la mancha
remove the stain
mancha de grasa
grease stain
Similar words
suciedad: Accumulation of dirt or soil on an object's surface, like dust, mud, or general grime.
manchón: Broad patch of discoloration forming a noticeable, extended stain on a surface.
Definition in Spanish
Punto o área de color distinto que aparece en la piel, la tela, la pared u otra superficie.
Word origin
From Latin macula 'blemish, spot', mancha passes into Spanish through medieval Romance and denotes a conspicuous discoloration on surfaces and a figurative blot on reputation.
Usage tips
- Everyday Spanish often uses se to mark accidental staining (for example, se manchó la camisa or se me manchó la camisa to say the shirt got stained accidentally).