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A dense forest scene showing many tall trees with sunlight filtering through the canopy onto a simple dirt path.

bosque

BOHS-keh

nounmA1
forest?large wooded area,woods?small wooded area, often used interchangeably with forest
Also:woodland?general term for land covered with trees

📝 In Action

Fuimos de excursión al bosque el fin de semana.

A1

We went hiking in the forest this weekend.

El bosque estaba muy oscuro después del anochecer.

A1

The woods were very dark after nightfall.

Los animales del bosque tienen mucho espacio para correr.

A2

The forest animals have a lot of space to run.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • selva (jungle, rainforest)
  • arboleda (grove, small wood)

Antonyms

  • desierto (desert)
  • pradera (meadow, prairie)

Common Collocations

  • bosque tropical – tropical forest
  • incendio forestal – forest fire
  • guardabosques – forest ranger

💡 Grammar Points

Gender Rule

Since 'bosque' ends in -e, you need to memorize its gender: it is masculine. Always use the masculine article, 'el bosque' (the forest) or 'un bosque' (a forest).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using the Wrong Article

Mistake: "La bosque."

Correction: El bosque. Even though some -e ending words are feminine, this one is masculine.

⭐ Usage Tips

Size Distinction

While 'bosque' is the general word for 'forest' or 'woods,' use 'selva' specifically when referring to a dense, tropical rainforest.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: bosque

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'bosque'?

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Word Family

boscoso(wooded, forested) - adjective
bosquecillo(small wood, copse) - noun (diminutive)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'bosque' and 'selva'?

'Bosque' is the general term for 'forest' or 'woods' in a temperate climate. 'Selva' specifically refers to a tropical forest or jungle—a much denser, hotter, and wetter environment.

Since 'bosque' ends in -e, how do I know it's masculine?

Nouns ending in -e can be either masculine or feminine, so you simply have to learn the gender for each one. 'Bosque' is always masculine, so remember 'El bosque.'