milla
MEE-yah
/ˈmiʝa/
📝 In Action
Corro una milla todas las mañanas.
A1I run a mile every morning.
El barco está a cinco millas de la costa.
A2The boat is five miles from the coast.
Tienes que dar la milla extra en el trabajo.
B1You have to go the extra mile at work.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender of 'milla'
This word is feminine because it ends in '-a'. Always use 'la' or 'una' with it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Metric vs. Imperial
Mistake: “Using 'milla' in Spain or Mexico for road signs.”
Correction: Use 'kilómetro' instead. While 'milla' is understood, most Spanish-speaking countries use the metric system for driving distances.
⭐ Usage Tips
Talking about Speed
When talking about miles per hour, say 'millas por hora'.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: milla
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the correct way to say 'five miles'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'milla' used in Spain?
Yes, but mostly in specific contexts like sports (track and field) or sea travel. For daily driving, Spaniards use 'kilómetros'.
How do you say 'mileage' in Spanish?
The most common word is 'millaje', though in countries using the metric system, people often say 'kilometraje'.