frases
FRAH-sehs
📝 In Action
Tengo que escribir tres frases sobre mi familia.
A1I have to write three sentences about my family.
Me encantan las frases de esa película.
A2I love the quotes from that movie.
No entiendo las frases hechas en español.
B1I don't understand set phrases (idioms) in Spanish.
💡 Grammar Points
Plural Form
This is the plural of 'frase.' In Spanish, we add an 's' to words ending in a vowel to talk about more than one.
Matching the Article
Because 'frases' is a feminine plural word, you should use 'las' (the) or 'unas' (some) with it: 'las frases'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Frase vs. Oración
Mistake: "Thinking 'frase' and 'oración' are exactly the same."
Correction: While often used as synonyms for 'sentence,' a 'frase' can be any group of words (even a fragment), while 'oración' usually implies a full grammatical sentence with a verb.
⭐ Usage Tips
Talking about Sayings
If you want to talk about famous quotes or catchphrases, 'frases' is the natural word to use, as in 'frases de motivación' (motivational quotes).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: frases
Question 1 of 1
Which phrase would you use to describe 'famous quotes' in Spanish?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'frases' always need a verb?
No. Unlike 'oraciones,' a 'frase' can be a simple group of words without a verb, like '¡Qué buena suerte!'
Is 'frases' masculine or feminine?
It is feminine. You should say 'las frases' or 'muchas frases.'