condón
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📝 In Action
Siempre es mejor usar condón.
A1It is always better to use a condom.
Puedes comprar condones en cualquier farmacia.
A2You can buy condoms at any pharmacy.
El uso del condón previene enfermedades.
B1Condom use prevents diseases.
💡 Grammar Points
The Disappearing Accent
When you make this word plural (condones), the accent mark on the 'o' is removed because the natural stress stays on the same syllable.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Spelling Trap
Mistake: "condom"
Correction: condón
⭐ Usage Tips
Choosing the right word
While 'condón' is perfectly fine, some people use 'preservativo' in more clinical or very polite settings, but 'condón' is never considered rude.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: condón
Question 1 of 2
What happens to the accent mark when 'condón' becomes plural?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'condón' a slang word?
No, it is the standard, neutral word for a condom in Spanish.
How do I ask for them at a pharmacy?
You can simply say 'Quisiera una caja de condones, por favor' (I would like a box of condoms, please).