Using 'media' for everything

Use 'media' for feminine words (words that usually end in -a, like 'hora' or 'taza'). For masculine words (like 'vaso' or 'litro'), you use its partner word, 'medio'.

Matching the Noun's Gender

When it's 30 minutes past the hour, you use 'y media'. For example, 'Son las dos y media' means 'It's 2:30'.

Telling Time

Extremely common. One of the first adjectives you'll learn.

Think of 'calcetín' as a typical, everyday sock. 'Media' can also mean sock, but it's often used for longer socks, stockings, or pantyhose. The exact use can change depending on the country.

'Media' vs. 'Calcetín'

Very common in everyday conversation, especially when talking about clothing.

Confusing with 'Promedio'

Common in academic, technical, or sports contexts.

This is a form of the verb 'mediar', which means 'to mediate'. 'Media' is the form you use for 'él' (he), 'ella' (she), and 'usted' (you, formal).

What is 'media' here?

Less common. Used in formal contexts like politics, law, or business.

Learn the complete meaning of the Spanish word 'media'. Understand its multiple uses as 'half' (adjective), 'sock' (noun), 'average' (noun), and a verb form. Includes examples, usage tips, and regional differences.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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