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El lago Titicaca es muy famoso.
A1Lake Titicaca is very famous.
Fuimos a nadar en un lago de montaña.
A2We went swimming in a mountain lake.
Este lago es tan profundo que no se ve el fondo.
B1This lake is so deep that you can't see the bottom.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Rule
In Spanish, 'lago' is always masculine, so you must use the masculine article 'el' (the) or 'un' (a/an) before it: 'el lago'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Size
Mistake: "Usar 'lago' para un cuerpo de agua muy pequeño."
Correction: Use 'estanque' or 'laguna' for very small bodies of water, like a pond. 'Lago' usually implies a large, natural body of water.
⭐ Usage Tips
Describing Lakes
Common adjectives used with 'lago' include 'profundo' (deep), 'claro' (clear), and 'cristalino' (crystal clear).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: lago
Question 1 of 1
Which word is usually used for a very small, man-made body of water in a park?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'lago' masculine or feminine?
'Lago' is a masculine noun. You must use 'el' (el lago) or 'un' (un lago) with it.
What is the difference between 'lago' and 'río'?
A 'lago' is a body of water surrounded by land (a lake), while a 'río' is a long, flowing stream of water (a river).