desfile
/des-FEE-leh/
parade
A public march or celebratory procession is called a desfile.
desfile(noun)
parade
?public celebration or march
,procession
?formal or religious movement
march
?organized walk
📝 In Action
El desfile de carrozas de carnaval fue espectacular.
A2The carnival float parade was spectacular.
Todos salieron a ver el desfile militar por el Día de la Independencia.
B1Everyone went out to see the military parade for Independence Day.
La banda de música encabezó el desfile.
A2The marching band led the procession.
💡 Grammar Points
Masculine Noun Rule
Even though 'desfile' ends in '-e', it is a masculine noun, so always use 'el desfile' (the parade) or 'un desfile' (a parade).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong verb
Mistake: "Hacer un desfile."
Correction: Organizar/Celebrar un desfile. (We usually say 'organize' or 'hold' a parade, not 'make' one.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Related Verb
The verb associated with this noun is 'desfilar,' meaning 'to parade' or 'to march in a line.' (e.g., 'Los soldados desfilaron por la calle').
A desfile can also refer to a fashion show, or the presentation of new clothing designs.
desfile(noun)
fashion show
?presentation of clothing/designs
runway show
?professional fashion event
📝 In Action
El diseñador presentó su nueva colección en un desfile en Milán.
B1The designer presented their new collection at a fashion show in Milan.
Las modelos se prepararon para el desfile de verano.
B2The models prepared for the summer runway show.
💡 Grammar Points
Context is Key
If you add 'de moda' (of fashion), it clearly means 'fashion show.' If the context involves a holiday or soldiers, it means 'parade.'
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: desfile
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'desfile' in the sense of 'fashion show'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'desfile' always masculine?
Yes, 'desfile' is always a masculine noun, so you should use 'el desfile' (the parade) and any adjectives describing it must also be masculine (e.g., 'el desfile largo' - the long parade).
What is the difference between 'desfile' and 'marcha'?
While both mean 'march,' 'desfile' usually implies a formal, celebratory, or organized procession (like a holiday parade). 'Marcha' can be more general, often referring to a protest or simply the act of walking.