pinturas
“pinturas” means “paint” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
paint
Also: coatings, dyes
📝 In Action
Fuimos a comprar pinturas de diferentes colores para renovar la sala.
A1We went to buy paints of different colors to renovate the living room.
Estas pinturas son lavables, lo cual es ideal si tienes niños.
A2These paints are washable, which is ideal if you have children.
paintings
Also: artworks
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Las pinturas abstractas son difíciles de entender a veces.
B1Abstract paintings are sometimes difficult to understand.
El museo exhibe pinturas de artistas famosos del siglo XX.
A2The museum exhibits paintings by famous 20th-century artists.
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Quick Quiz: pinturas
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'pinturas' to mean finished works of art?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *pingere*, meaning 'to paint,' 'to decorate,' or 'to embroider.' This root evolved directly into the Spanish verb *pintar*, from which the noun *pintura* (and its plural *pinturas*) is formed.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'pinturas' feminine, even when referring to a can of paint?
The base word, 'pintura,' is a feminine noun in Spanish, just like 'casa' (house) or 'mesa' (table). All words derived from it, like the plural 'pinturas,' keep that feminine gender. You must use feminine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'unas pinturas caras').
Is 'pintura' or 'pinturas' more common?
'Pintura' (singular) is extremely common when speaking generally about the concept of paint or painting. However, 'pinturas' (plural) is very common when talking about specific types, colors, or collections of paint or art.