continental
“continental” means “continental” in Spanish (Relating to a continent or a specific style of service.).
continental
Also: mainland
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El hotel sirve un desayuno continental todas las mañanas.
A1The hotel serves a continental breakfast every morning.
Madrid tiene un clima continental con veranos calurosos e inviernos fríos.
A2Madrid has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.
La deriva continental es una teoría que explica el movimiento de las tierras.
B2Continental drift is a theory that explains the movement of landmasses.
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Which of these is a 'desayuno continental' likely to include?
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From the Latin word 'continens,' which describes something that 'holds together' or is 'continuous.' It was used to describe a vast, unbroken stretch of land.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'continental' ever become 'continentala'?
No. In Spanish, adjectives ending in -l are the same for both masculine and feminine nouns. For example: 'el aire continental' and 'la zona continental'.
Is 'continental' used the same way in Spanish as in English?
Yes, it is a 'cognate,' meaning it looks and means almost exactly the same thing in both languages, especially regarding geography and breakfast styles.
What is the plural of 'continental'?
The plural is 'continentales'. You simply add '-es' to the end.