hermosas
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📝 In Action
Las mariposas son muy hermosas en primavera.
A1The butterflies are very beautiful in the spring.
Compramos unas casas antiguas, pero son hermosas.
A2We bought some old houses, but they are lovely.
Ella solo colecciona fotografías hermosas de paisajes naturales.
B1She only collects beautiful photographs of natural landscapes.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement (Feminine Plural)
'Hermosas' is the feminine plural form of the adjective 'hermoso.' You must use this form when describing two or more feminine people or things (like 'las flores' or 'las niñas').
Placement After the Noun
For simple descriptions like 'beautiful,' the adjective usually comes after the noun: 'las ventanas hermosas.' Placing it before ('las hermosas ventanas') adds a more poetic or emotional emphasis.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Incorrect Gender Match
Mistake: "Las casas son hermosos."
Correction: Las casas son hermosas. Remember, the adjective must end in '-as' to match the plural feminine noun 'casas.'
⭐ Usage Tips
A Stronger Compliment
While 'bonitas' means 'pretty,' 'hermosas' is a stronger word, reserved for describing true beauty, grace, or stunning scenery.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: hermosas
Question 1 of 1
Which of these phrases correctly uses 'hermosas'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I am describing a group of mixed-gender people, should I use 'hermosas' or 'hermosos'?
When describing a group that includes both masculine and feminine nouns or people (even if it's 99 women and 1 man), you must use the masculine plural form: 'hermosos.' The feminine form 'hermosas' is reserved only for groups that are exclusively feminine.