'Fría' is the feminine form of the adjective 'frío'. Remember, it must match the gender of the noun it describes. For example, 'la leche fría' (the cold milk), but 'el café frío' (the cold coffee).

Adjective Agreement

Extremely common, used daily to describe temperature, objects, or people's demeanor.

This usage is very informal and common in Mexico and parts of Central America. In formal settings, always use the full word 'cerveza'.

Use with Caution

Common slang, especially in bars and social settings in certain regions, short for 'cerveza fría'.

Using the Wrong Form

You use 'fría' (the special verb form) when the sentence expresses wishes, doubts, or necessity regarding the frying action, usually after connecting words like 'que' (e.g., 'Quiero que ella *fría*...').

Subjunctive Requirement

Moderately frequent, used when expressing desires, doubts, or necessity regarding the act of frying.

Learn the full meaning of the Spanish word 'fría', including its use as the feminine adjective 'cold', the colloquial noun 'cold beer', and the irregular verb conjugation of 'freír' (to fry). Includes examples and conjugations.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations