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parejas

/pah-REH-has/

couples

A simple illustration of a man and a woman holding hands, representing a couple.

When referring to romantic partners, 'parejas' translates to couples.

parejas(noun)

fA1

couples

?

romantic partners

,

partners

?

people in a romantic relationship

Also:

spouses

?

married couples

📝 In Action

Hay tres parejas bailando en la pista.

A1

There are three couples dancing on the floor.

Las parejas jóvenes se mudaron al apartamento de al lado.

A2

The young couples moved into the apartment next door.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • matrimonios (marriages/married couples)
  • dúos (duos)

Antonyms

  • solteros (single people)

Common Collocations

  • intercambio de parejas – partner swapping
  • viaje de parejas – couples trip

💡 Grammar Points

Feminine Plural

Since the singular form 'pareja' is feminine, the plural 'parejas' is also feminine. Remember to use feminine adjectives and articles with it (e.g., 'las parejas', 'unas parejas').

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using 'parejas' for groups larger than two

Mistake: "Usar 'parejas' para un trío."

Correction: Use 'grupos' or 'tríos'. 'Parejas' strictly means groups of two people.

⭐ Usage Tips

Versatile Use

While often used for romantic couples, 'parejas' can also describe dance partners, tennis partners, or any two people working together.

A simple illustration showing two identical red sneakers placed next to each other, representing a pair of objects.

If referring to objects, 'parejas' means pairs, like a pair of shoes.

parejas(noun)

fA2

pairs

?

sets of two things

Also:

matches

?

things that correspond

📝 In Action

Necesito comprar dos parejas de pilas para el control remoto.

A2

I need to buy two pairs of batteries for the remote control.

Perdí una de las parejas de calcetines.

B1

I lost one of the pairs of socks.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • pares (pairs (often used for numbers or abstract concepts))

Common Collocations

  • parejas de cartas – pairs of cards
  • parejas de zapatos – pairs of shoes

💡 Grammar Points

Singular vs. Plural

Remember that 'pareja' (singular) means one pair or one couple. 'Parejas' (plural) means two or more pairs/couples.

⭐ Usage Tips

Objects vs. People

When talking about objects, 'parejas' means the items are identical or meant to be used together (like socks or gloves).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: parejas

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'parejas' to mean 'couples'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'parejas' and 'pares'?

'Parejas' usually refers to two people, especially romantic partners or dance partners. It can also mean a pair of objects (like gloves or socks). 'Pares' is more commonly used for numbers (even/odd), abstract pairs, or when speaking mathematically, though they can often be swapped when referring to objects.

How do I say 'a single person' using the opposite concept of 'parejas'?

The most common word is 'soltero/soltera,' which means single or unmarried. If you mean a person without a companion in a general context, you might say 'una persona sola' (a person alone).