set
“set” means “set” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
set
Also: round
📝 In Action
El tenista ganó el primer set con un marcador de 6-3.
B1The tennis player won the first set with a score of 6-3.
Si pierden este set, el partido termina.
B1If they lose this set, the match ends.
set
Also: stage, location
📝 In Action
El director pidió silencio absoluto en el set de grabación.
B2The director requested absolute silence on the filming set.
Terminamos la escena y desmontaron todo el set.
B2We finished the scene and they dismantled the entire set.
set
Also: mix, kit
📝 In Action
El DJ puso un set increíble de música electrónica durante tres horas.
C1The DJ played an incredible set of electronic music for three hours.
Compró un set de herramientas básicas para su nuevo apartamento.
B2She bought a basic set of tools for her new apartment.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: set
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'set' in the context of film production?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word is a direct loan from English, where it originated from the Old English word 'settan' meaning 'to put or place.' It was adopted into Spanish, maintaining its English spelling and pronunciation, primarily through the influence of international sports and film industries.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (in Spanish usage)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'set' masculine or feminine in Spanish?
It is always treated as a masculine noun: 'el set.' This is typical for loanwords adopted directly from English when the gender isn't clearly defined by the ending.
How do I pluralize 'set'?
Since it's a relatively new loanword, there is variation. You can sometimes hear 'los sets' (following the English plural rule), but many speakers prefer to use the same form for singular and plural, relying on the article: 'un set' vs. 'los set' or simply using a synonym like 'conjuntos' for the plural.