abundante
“abundante” means “plentiful” in Spanish (referring to a large quantity of something).
plentiful
Also: abundant, hearty
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En este restaurante sirven una comida muy abundante.
A1They serve very hearty meals at this restaurant.
La región tiene recursos naturales abundantes.
A2The region has plentiful natural resources.
El testigo proporcionó detalles abundantes sobre el suceso.
B2The witness provided extensive details about the event.
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'the plentiful harvests'?
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From the Latin word 'abundans,' which comes from 'abundare' (to overflow). It combines 'ab' (away/from) and 'unda' (wave), literally picturing water overflowing like waves.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'abundante' ever change its ending for gender?
No. Unlike words like 'rojo/roja', 'abundante' is gender-neutral. You say 'el bosque abundante' and 'la lluvia abundante'.
What is the difference between 'mucho' and 'abundante'?
'Mucho' is a basic word meaning 'a lot.' 'Abundante' is slightly more descriptive and often suggests that there is more than enough of something.
Can I use 'abundante' to describe a person's weight?
Not directly. It is used for quantities or parts of a person (like 'pelo abundante' for thick hair), but calling a person 'abundante' would sound very strange in Spanish.