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📚 listas has 3 definitions
A white piece of paper pinned to a corkboard. The paper contains five distinct, simple drawn items arranged vertically, such as an apple, a pencil, and a star, representing a list.

listas

LEES-tas

NounfA1
lists?a series of items written down
Also:rosters?names of people,menus?a list of food items

📝 In Action

Necesito hacer dos listas de compras antes de ir al supermercado.

A1

I need to make two shopping lists before going to the supermarket.

Las listas de espera para el concierto ya están cerradas.

A2

The waiting lists for the concert are already closed.

Todas las listas de ingredientes están incompletas.

A1

All the lists of ingredients are incomplete.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • hacer listas – to make lists
  • listas de contactos – contact lists

💡 Grammar Points

Plural Form

This is the feminine plural form of 'lista' (list). To use it in a sentence, the articles and adjectives describing it must also be feminine and plural (e.g., 'Las listas son largas').

⭐ Usage Tips

Making a List

The most common way to say 'to make a list' is 'hacer una lista' or 'preparar una lista'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: listas

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'listas' to mean 'smart'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'son listas' and 'están listas'?

'Son listas' uses the verb 'ser' and means they are permanently clever or smart (a characteristic). 'Están listas' uses the verb 'estar' and means they are temporarily ready or prepared (a state).

Can 'listas' be used for men?

No. 'Listas' is the feminine plural form. For a group of men, or a mixed group, you would use the masculine plural form 'listos.' (e.g., 'Los chicos están listos').