nobles
/no-bless/
noble
The word 'nobles' can describe someone with a brave and honorable character, like a majestic lion.
nobles(adjective)
noble
?describing character or social rank
,honorable
?describing actions or intentions
kind-hearted
?referring to someone's personality
,generous
?referring to selfless acts
📝 In Action
Tienen corazones muy nobles.
A2They have very noble hearts.
Sus intenciones son nobles, aunque no lo parezca.
B1Their intentions are noble, even if it doesn't seem like it.
Proviene de una de las familias más nobles de la ciudad.
B1They come from one of the most noble families in the city.
💡 Grammar Points
One word for everyone
The word 'nobles' is used for both men and women. You don't need to change the ending to 'as' for a group of females; it always stays 'nobles'.
Making it plural
To talk about more than one 'noble' person, we simply add an 's' to the singular word 'noble'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't change the ending
Mistake: "Las mujeres noblas."
Correction: Las mujeres nobles.
⭐ Usage Tips
Beyond royalty
While 'nobles' can mean someone with a title (like a Duke), it is most often used today to describe someone who is exceptionally kind or selfless.
The word 'nobles' also refers to people of high social rank or royalty.
📝 In Action
Los nobles vivían rodeados de lujos.
B1The nobles lived surrounded by luxury.
El rey consultó a los nobles antes de la guerra.
B2The king consulted the nobles before the war.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Los' vs 'Las'
Use 'los nobles' for a group of men or a mixed group, and 'las nobles' only if the group consists strictly of women with noble titles.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: nobles
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the correct way to say 'They are noble women'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'nobles' only for rich people?
Not at all! While it can refer to people with titles (aristocrats), it's most commonly used to describe anyone with a good, honorable, or generous heart regardless of their money.
What is the singular form of 'nobles'?
The singular form is simply 'noble'. You use it for one person or thing, and 'nobles' for two or more.