gatos

GAH-tohs

nounmA1

cats?domestic animals

Also:felines?general term

📝 In Action

Mis vecinos tienen tres gatos muy juguetones.

My neighbors have three very playful cats.

Los gatos duermen la mayor parte del día.

Cats sleep most of the day.

Vi unos gatos negros cruzando la calle anoche.

I saw some black cats crossing the street last night.

Word Connections

Common Collocations

alimentar a los gatos – to feed the cats
amantes de los gatos – cat lovers

💡 Grammar Points

Plural Rule

To make the singular 'gato' (cat) plural, you simply add '-s', which is the standard way to pluralize words ending in a vowel.

Gender and Groups

Since 'gatos' is a masculine noun, it is used even when referring to a group of cats that includes both males ('gatos') and females ('gatas').

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing 'Gato' and 'Gasto'

Mistake: "Using 'gatos' when you mean 'gastos' (expenses)."

Correction: Remember 'gatos' are animals, 'gastos' are costs. They sound similar but mean very different things!

⭐ Usage Tips

Using Diminutives

For kittens or small, cute cats, use the diminutive 'gatitos' (little cats) to sound more affectionate and natural.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: gatos

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'gatos' to refer to a tool?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

gato(cat / jack) - noun

gata(female cat) - noun

gatito(kitten) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if 'gatos' means animals or tools?

The context will always tell you! If you are talking about pets, sleeping, or meowing, it means cats. If you are talking about cars, garages, or construction, it means jacks (lifting tools).

Is 'gatos' the plural of 'gasto' (expense)?

No, that is a common mistake! 'Gatos' (with a 't') is the plural of 'gato' (cat or jack). The plural of 'gasto' (expense) is 'gastos' (with an 's').