comunes
“comunes” means “common” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
common, mutual
Also: ordinary, public
📝 In Action
Tenemos varios amigos comunes.
A1We have several mutual friends.
Son problemas comunes en las grandes ciudades.
A2They are common problems in big cities.
Las áreas comunes del edificio están limpias.
B1The common areas of the building are clean.
the commons
Also: common people
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Debemos proteger los bienes comunes, como el agua y el aire.
B2We must protect the commons, such as water and air.
El parlamento está dividido entre la cámara alta y la cámara de los comunes.
C1The parliament is divided between the upper house and the house of commons.
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Words that translate to "comunes" in Spanish:
common→common people→mutual→ordinary→public→the commons→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: comunes
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'comunes' in its most frequent meaning (A1 level)?
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The word traces back to the Latin term *commūnis*, meaning 'shared by all' or 'general.' It has maintained this core meaning throughout its evolution into Spanish.
First recorded: 13th century (as 'común')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'común' and 'comunes'?
'Común' is the singular form (used with one thing or person), and 'comunes' is the plural form (used with two or more things or people). Both mean 'common' or 'shared'.
Can 'comunes' ever mean 'average' or 'mediocre'?
Yes, when used as an adjective, 'común' (and 'comunes') can sometimes mean 'ordinary' or 'nothing special,' implying a lack of quality, but this is less frequent than the meaning 'shared' or 'frequent'.