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A colorful spiral-bound notebook with lined pages and a bright blue cover.

cuaderno

kwah-DEHR-noh

nounmA1
notebook?a book of blank or lined pages for writing
Also:exercise book?specifically used by students for schoolwork,logbook?a record of activities or data

📝 In Action

Escribo mis tareas en un cuaderno azul.

A1

I write my homework in a blue notebook.

¿Puedes abrir tu cuaderno en la página diez?

A1

Can you open your notebook to page ten?

Tengo un cuaderno lleno de dibujos.

A2

I have a notebook full of drawings.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • libreta (notebook (often smaller))
  • bloc (notepad)

Antonyms

  • hoja suelta (loose leaf paper)

Common Collocations

  • cuaderno de ejercicios – workbook
  • cuaderno de notas – notepad/notebook
  • cuaderno de bitácora – logbook/captain's log

💡 Grammar Points

Masculine Noun Rule

Since this word ends in -o, it is almost always masculine. Use 'el' for one or 'los' for more than one.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Don't confuse with 'Cuadro'

Mistake: "Using 'cuadro' when you mean 'notebook'."

Correction: Use 'cuaderno' for the book you write in; 'cuadro' is a painting or a square.

⭐ Usage Tips

Cuaderno vs. Libreta

In many countries, 'cuaderno' is the large book you use for school, while a 'libreta' is a smaller, more personal notebook or pad.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: cuaderno

Question 1 of 2

Which of these would you most likely do with a 'cuaderno'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

encuadernar(to bind (a book)) - verb
cuadernillo(booklet/pamphlet) - noun
encuadernación(binding) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'cuaderno' only for school?

Not at all! While it's very common in schools, it refers to any bound book of paper used for writing, including work journals or personal diaries.

How do I say 'digital notebook'?

You can say 'cuaderno digital', which is commonly used for apps like OneNote or Evernote.