bosques
“bosques” means “forests” in Spanish (large areas covered by trees).
forests, woods
Also: timberlands
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Los bosques son esenciales para purificar el aire.
A1Forests are essential for purifying the air.
Fuimos a caminar por los bosques cerca del pueblo.
A1We went for a walk through the woods near the town.
Muchos animales viven en los densos bosques de la montaña.
A2Many animals live in the dense forests of the mountain.
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Which sentence correctly uses 'bosques'?
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The word 'bosque' arrived in Spanish from Germanic languages, likely through the Old French word 'bosc.' It originally meant 'a small piece of wood' or 'thicket' before expanding to mean a large forest.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'bosques' masculine?
In Spanish, the gender of things often follows patterns, but sometimes it is simply arbitrary. 'Bosque' is a masculine noun, and since 'bosques' is the plural form, it remains masculine and must be paired with masculine words like 'los' and 'esos' (those).
Is 'bosques' used for small groups of trees?
Yes, it can be used for both large forests and smaller woods or copses. For a very small cluster of trees, you might also hear 'arboleda' (grove).