Canadá
“Canadá” means “Canada” in Spanish (The North American country).
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¿Has visitado alguna vez Canadá?
A1Have you ever visited Canada?
El clima en el norte de Canadá es muy frío.
A2The climate in northern Canada is very cold.
Mucha gente de Quebec habla francés, aunque Canadá es bilingüe.
B1Many people in Quebec speak French, even though Canada is bilingual.
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Words that translate to "Canadá" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: Canadá
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Which sentence correctly uses the Spanish word for Canada?
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The name 'Canadá' comes from the word 'kanata' in the language of the Iroquoian peoples who lived near what is now Quebec City. It originally just meant 'village' or 'settlement.' European explorers misunderstood this word to be the name of the whole region.
First recorded: 16th century (in this context)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'Canadá' have an accent mark?
Yes, it must be written with an accent mark over the final 'a' (Canadá). This is crucial because it dictates the correct pronunciation, stressing the last part of the word.
Is 'Canadá' masculine or feminine?
It is masculine. Even though it ends in 'a', it uses masculine descriptors. However, in most sentences, you simply use the name without any articles.