universal
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๐ In Action
La mรบsica es un lenguaje universal.
A1Music is a universal language.
El sufragio universal es un derecho bรกsico.
B1Universal suffrage is a basic right.
Esa marca tiene un atractivo universal.
A2That brand has a universal appeal.
๐ก Grammar Points
One form for everyone
Unlike many Spanish words, 'universal' does not change to an 'a' at the end for feminine things. It is the same for both masculine and feminine nouns.
โ Common Pitfalls
Don't add an 'o' or 'a'
Mistake: "El problema universalo / La idea universala."
Correction: El problema universal / La idea universal. The word always ends in 'l'.
โญ Usage Tips
Easy English connection
Since this word is almost identical to English, you can use it confidently in almost any situation where you would use the English version.
โ๏ธ Quick Practice
๐ก Quick Quiz: universal
Question 1 of 1
Which of these is the correct way to say 'the universal truth'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'universal' have a plural form?
Yes! To make it plural, just add '-es' to the end: 'universales'. For example: 'leyes universales' (universal laws).
Is it used for space or just people?
It can be used for both. It often describes things that apply to all humans, but it can also relate to the entire universe in scientific contexts.