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Quiero un poco de arroz blanco con pollo, por favor.
A1I want some white rice with chicken, please.
El arroz es un ingrediente básico en muchas culturas.
A2Rice is a basic ingredient in many cultures.
¿Cuántos kilos de arroz compraste para la paella?
B1How many kilos of rice did you buy for the paella?
💡 Grammar Points
Always Masculine
Remember that 'arroz' is a masculine word, so you always use 'el' or 'un' with it (el arroz, un arroz). This is true even though it's a food ingredient.
Uncountable Noun
Like 'water' or 'sugar' in English, 'arroz' is usually treated as an uncountable noun in Spanish. You talk about 'some rice' (un poco de arroz) rather than counting individual grains.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Incorrect Gender
Mistake: "La arroz (Using feminine article)"
Correction: El arroz. Remember the pattern: most basic ingredients that end in 'z' are masculine.
⭐ Usage Tips
Regional Dishes
When you hear 'un arroz,' people might be referring to a specific rice dish, like 'un arroz a banda' (a type of seafood rice) rather than just the plain grain.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: arroz
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Which sentence correctly uses 'arroz'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'arroz' masculine or feminine?
'Arroz' is always masculine. You must use the article 'el' or 'un' with it (el arroz).
How do I say 'rice field' in Spanish?
You can say 'un campo de arroz' or 'un arrozal.' The word 'arrozal' specifically means 'a place where rice grows.'