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Mi hermana toca la guitarra en una banda.
A1My sister plays the guitar in a band.
¿Sabes cambiar las cuerdas de una guitarra acústica?
A2Do you know how to change the strings on an acoustic guitar?
El sonido de la guitarra flamenca es inconfundible y muy emotivo.
B1The sound of the flamenco guitar is unmistakable and very emotional.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Reminder
Since 'guitarra' ends in '-a', it is a feminine word. Always use the feminine words for 'the' or 'a' before it: 'la guitarra' or 'una guitarra'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong verb for 'play'
Mistake: "Using 'jugar' (which means to play games or sports) for music."
Correction: Always use 'tocar' (to touch/play an instrument): 'Yo toco la guitarra.'
⭐ Usage Tips
Tocar + La
When talking about playing an instrument, Spanish often uses the word 'la' (the) even when English might omit it: 'Ella toca la guitarra' (She plays guitar).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: guitarra
Question 1 of 1
If you want to say 'I play the guitar' using the correct Spanish verb, which option is right?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'guitarra' masculine or feminine?
'Guitarra' is a feminine noun. Remember to use 'la' before it: 'la guitarra' (the guitar).
What is the difference between 'guitarra' and 'guitarrón'?
A 'guitarra' is a standard guitar. A 'guitarrón' is a much larger, bass instrument, especially famous in Mexican mariachi music, used to provide a deep, resonant sound.