marcas
“marcas” means “brands” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
brands, marks
Also: scores, stains
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Hay muchas marcas de coches en el mundo.
A1There are many car brands in the world.
Las marcas de zapatos se borraron de la arena.
A2The shoe marks were erased from the sand.
El equipo rompió todas las marcas en la natación.
B1The team broke all the records (marks) in swimming.
you mark, you score
Also: you dial, you set
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¿Tú marcas los goles en cada partido?
A2Do you score goals in every game?
Si marcas este número, contactarás al servicio técnico.
B1If you dial this number, you will contact technical support.
Siempre marcas la respuesta correcta en el examen.
A2You always mark the correct answer on the exam.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: marcas
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Which sentence uses 'marcas' as a verb?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Old Germanic root *marka*, which meant a boundary, frontier, or sign. This concept evolved in Spanish to mean both a physical sign and, later, a commercial identifier (a brand).
First recorded: Medieval Latin period (around 10th-12th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'marcas' the only form of the verb 'marcar'?
No, 'marcas' is just one specific form: it is the present tense form you use when speaking informally to one person ('tú'). The base form of the action is 'marcar' (to mark).
When does 'marcas' mean 'scores'?
When used as a noun, 'marcas' means 'scores' or 'records' primarily in a sports or competition context, referring to the highest achievements or results.