nuevas
“nuevas” means “new” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
new
Also: recent
📝 In Action
Las reglas son completamente nuevas.
A1The rules are completely new.
Tengo unas ideas nuevas para el proyecto.
A2I have some new ideas for the project.
¿Necesitas sábanas nuevas?
A1Do you need new sheets?
news
Also: tidings
📝 In Action
¿Qué nuevas me cuentas?
A2What news do you tell me?
Recibí buenas nuevas de mi familia.
B1I received good news from my family.
No tengo nuevas sobre el resultado.
A2I have no news about the result.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: nuevas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'nuevas' as a noun (meaning 'news' or 'tidings')?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the feminine plural form of the Latin adjective *novus*, meaning 'new.' This meaning evolved into two paths: describing something as new, and also becoming a standalone noun meaning 'new things' or 'reports.'
First recorded: Around the 10th century (in early Romance languages).
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'nuevas' the same as 'noticias'?
They both mean 'news,' but 'noticias' is the standard, everyday word. 'Nuevas' is often used in slightly more formal contexts, or specifically in the phrase 'buenas nuevas' (good news/tidings).
How do I know whether to use 'nuevas' or 'nuevos'?
You must check the gender of the noun you are describing. If the noun is feminine and plural (like 'sillas'), use 'nuevas.' If the noun is masculine and plural (like 'móviles'), use 'nuevos.' Agreement is essential!