A simple storybook illustration showing a bright red interior wall dividing a room. The floor on one side is blue, and the floor on the other side is yellow, emphasizing the division of space.

pared

pah-RED

NounfA1

wall?structure dividing space in a building

Also:partition?an interior dividing structure,side (of a container)?the vertical interior surface

📝 In Action

Pintamos la pared de la sala de un color claro.

We painted the living room wall a light color.

Hay que mover el mueble para que no toque la pared.

We have to move the furniture so that it doesn't touch the wall.

Cuando golpeó el balón, rebotó contra la pared.

When he hit the ball, it bounced off the wall.

Word Connections

Synonyms

muro (wall (often exterior or thicker))

Common Collocations

pared divisoria – dividing wall
echar una pared – to build a wall
pared maestra – load-bearing wall

Idioms & Expressions

Entre la espada y la pared – To be stuck between two difficult choices; between a rock and a hard place.
Hablar contra la pared – To speak to someone who isn't listening or doesn't care.

💡 Grammar Points

Feminine Noun

Remember that 'pared' is a feminine word, even though it doesn't end in '-a'. You must use feminine words before it, like 'la' (the) or 'una' (a), as in 'la pared'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Pared and Muro

Mistake: "Using 'el pared' or 'el muro' interchangeably for interior walls."

Correction: 'Pared' (feminine, la pared) is the usual word for interior walls. 'Muro' (masculine, el muro) is often reserved for thicker, exterior walls, fences, or fortifications.

⭐ Usage Tips

Visualize the Division

Think of 'pared' as the structure that divides space inside a house (e.g., between your bedroom and the hallway). If you are talking about the outside boundary of a property, 'muro' might be better.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: pared

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses the word 'pared'?

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Word Family

muro(wall, defensive wall) - noun

emparedado(sandwich (literally: put between walls)) - noun

medianería(party wall (shared wall)) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'pared' and 'muro'?

'Pared' generally refers to the internal, thinner wall of a building (the one separating your kitchen from your living room). 'Muro' is often used for thick exterior walls, fences, or large defensive structures.

How can I remember that 'pared' is feminine?

Most words ending in a consonant in Spanish are masculine, but 'pared' is a key exception! You just have to memorize that it takes 'la'. Think of it as 'La Pa-RED' to help you remember the feminine article.