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A simple colorful illustration featuring two red circles placed side-by-side on a plain background. The circles are the same color and general shape, but one is slightly smaller than the other, illustrating similarity.

similares

see-mee-LAH-res

adjectivem/fA2
similar?plural form, describing likeness,alike?when comparing two or more items
Also:comparable?in quality or nature

📝 In Action

Las dos tiendas venden productos similares.

A2

The two stores sell similar products.

Ellos tienen gustos musicales muy similares.

B1

They have very similar musical tastes.

El informe detalla problemas similares en varias regiones del país.

B2

The report details similar problems in several regions of the country.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • parecidos (alike)
  • análogos (analogous)
  • iguales (the same)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • situaciones similares – similar situations
  • características similares – similar characteristics

💡 Grammar Points

Adjective Agreement (Plural)

Since 'similares' ends in '-es', it is the form you use when describing more than one thing, whether those things are masculine (libros similares) or feminine (ideas similares).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using the Singular Form Incorrectly

Mistake: "Mis padres son similar."

Correction: Mis padres son similares. (Since 'padres' is plural, the word describing them must also be plural.)

⭐ Usage Tips

Using 'A' for Comparison

To say that one set of things is similar to another set, use the preposition 'a': 'Estas frutas son similares a las que compramos antes.'

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: similares

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'similares'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'similares' and 'iguales'?

'Similares' means 'alike' or 'nearly the same'—there might be small differences. 'Iguales' means 'exactly the same' or 'identical,' leaving no room for variation.

How do I use the singular form of 'similares'?

The singular form is 'similar.' You use it when describing one thing. For example: 'Ese problema es similar a uno que tuvimos antes.'