A stack of three brightly colored wrapped rectangular gift boxes of different sizes, each tied with a contrasting ribbon and bow.

regalos

reh-GAH-los

NounmA1

gifts?presents given to others

Also:presents?items exchanged on a special occasion,treats?small items given as a nice gesture

📝 In Action

Abrimos los regalos después de la cena.

We opened the gifts after dinner.

¿Cuántos regalos trajiste para la fiesta?

How many presents did you bring for the party?

Queremos comprar regalos especiales para los niños.

We want to buy special gifts for the children.

Word Connections

Synonyms

obsequios (gifts, presents (slightly more formal))
dádivas (donations, gifts (often charitable))

Antonyms

deudas (debts)
pagos (payments)

Common Collocations

intercambiar regalos – to exchange gifts
envolver regalos – to wrap gifts
lista de regalos – gift list/wishlist

💡 Grammar Points

Plural Noun Rule

Since 'regalo' (the singular form) ends in a vowel ('o'), you just add '-s' to make it plural: 'regalo' becomes 'regalos'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing 'Regalo' and 'Regalar'

Mistake: "Using 'regalar' when you mean the noun 'gift' (e.g., 'Necesito un regalar')."

Correction: Use the noun 'regalo' (singular) or 'regalos' (plural). 'Regalar' is the verb meaning 'to give a gift'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Gender Reminder

Remember that 'regalos' is always masculine, so use masculine articles and adjectives: 'Los regalos son caros' (The gifts are expensive).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: regalos

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'regalos'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

regalo(gift, present (singular)) - noun

regalar(to give a gift) - verb

regalado(gifted; very cheap (colloquial)) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'regalo' and 'regalos'?

'Regalo' is the singular form, meaning one gift or present. 'Regalos' is the plural form, meaning multiple gifts or presents.

Can 'regalos' ever mean something other than a present?

While its primary meaning is 'presents,' the singular form 'regalo' can sometimes be used figuratively to mean 'a talent' or 'a gift' (like a natural ability), but 'regalos' is almost always literal gifts.