toallas
“toallas” means “towels” in Spanish (cloth used for drying).
towels
Also: bath towels, hand towels
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Por favor, ¿puedes poner las toallas sucias en la lavadora?
A1Please, can you put the dirty towels in the washing machine?
Necesitamos tres toallas de playa para las vacaciones.
A2We need three beach towels for the vacation.
Siempre guarda las toallas dobladas en el armario de lino.
B1She always keeps the folded towels in the linen closet.
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Which sentence correctly uses the word 'toallas'?
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The word comes from the older Spanish word 'toalla,' which traces its roots back to the Germanic word *thwahlja*, meaning 'washing cloth,' which traveled through Vulgar Latin.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the singular form of 'toallas'?
The singular form is 'la toalla' (the towel). Remember it is a feminine noun, so you use 'la'.
How do I specify a 'paper towel' vs. a 'cloth towel'?
For a paper towel, you would usually say 'toalla de papel' or 'toallita de papel'. If you just say 'toalla' or 'toallas', people will assume you mean the reusable cloth kind.