comunes
/koh-MOO-ness/
common
Depicting something common (frequent) and shared among people.
comunes(Adjective)
common
?shared or frequent
,mutual
?shared feeling/interest
ordinary
?not special
,public
?belonging to everyone
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement
Since 'comunes' ends in -es, it is the plural form. It can describe both masculine plural nouns (problemas comunes) and feminine plural nouns (áreas comunes).
⭐ Usage Tips
Placement
Like most descriptive adjectives, 'comunes' usually goes after the noun (e.g., 'ideas comunes'). Placing it before the noun can sometimes add emphasis or a more literary tone.
Visualizing the commons, or shared public resources enjoyed by everyone.
📝 In Action
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.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Plural and Masculine
When used as a noun meaning 'the commons' or 'the common people,' this word is always used in its plural, masculine form: 'los comunes'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Focus on Resources
The most modern and frequent noun usage refers to natural resources or public spaces shared by all, often related to environmental discussions.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: comunes
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'comunes' in its most frequent meaning (A1 level)?
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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'.