bonitas
boh-NEE-tas
📝 In Action
Las flores que compraste son muy bonitas.
A1The flowers you bought are very pretty.
Ellas tienen unas sonrisas bonitas.
A2They (f.) have beautiful smiles.
Me encantan tus botas; son tan bonitas.
A1I love your boots; they are so nice/pretty.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender and Number Match
'Bonitas' is the feminine plural form. You must use it when describing multiple items or people that are feminine (e.g., 'las casas bonitas,' 'las chicas bonitas').
The Root Word
The base form of this word is 'bonito' (masculine singular). To describe a single feminine thing, you would use 'bonita'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Forgetting the Plural
Mistake: "Using 'bonita' when describing multiple things, like: 'Las flores son bonita.'"
Correction: Always make the adjective match the number of things: 'Las flores son bonitas.' (The flowers are pretty.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Placement
In Spanish, descriptive words like 'bonitas' usually come immediately after the noun they describe (e.g., 'unas fotos bonitas' — some pretty photos).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: bonitas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'bonitas'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'bonitas' and 'hermosas'?
Both mean beautiful, but 'bonitas' usually translates to 'pretty' or 'nice-looking' and is used for everyday attractiveness. 'Hermosas' (or 'bellas') is stronger, translating closer to 'gorgeous' or 'stunning.'
Can I use 'bonitas' to describe things that aren't physically attractive?
Yes! You can use 'bonitas' to describe abstract things like 'ideas bonitas' (nice ideas) or 'palabras bonitas' (sweet words), meaning they are pleasing or kind.