lote
/loh-teh/
batch
A 'lote' can refer to a batch of items produced at the same time, like these cupcakes.
lote(noun)
batch
?a group of items produced at once
lot
?a group of objects for sale
,set
?a collection of things
📝 In Action
Este lote de camisetas tiene un error de impresión.
A2This batch of t-shirts has a printing error.
Vendieron el lote completo en la subasta.
B1They sold the entire lot at the auction.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender of Lote
Even though it ends in 'e', 'lote' is masculine. Use 'el' or 'un' with it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Lote vs. Grupo
Mistake: "Using 'lote' for a group of people."
Correction: Use 'grupo' for people. 'Lote' is almost always for physical objects or products.
⭐ Usage Tips
Business Spanish
In a professional setting, 'lote' is the standard word for quality control tracking.
In another context, 'lote' means a plot of land designated for building.
📝 In Action
Compramos un lote cerca del lago para construir una cabaña.
B1We bought a plot of land near the lake to build a cabin.
El lote baldío está lleno de flores silvestres.
B2The empty lot is full of wildflowers.
⭐ Usage Tips
Regional Preference
While 'terreno' is more general, 'lote' specifically refers to land that has been divided for sale or building.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: lote
Question 1 of 2
If a factory produces 500 chairs at once, that group is called a:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'lote' used for people?
Generally, no. 'Lote' refers to objects, products, or land. If you want to say 'a lot of people,' you would use 'muchas personas' or 'un montón de gente'.
What is the difference between 'lote' and 'parcela'?
They are very similar. 'Lote' is more common in daily speech and real estate listings, while 'parcela' sounds a bit more formal or technical (like in farming or official land registry).