verdes
“verdes” means “green” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
green
Also: unripe, inexperienced
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Compramos sillas verdes para el jardín.
A1We bought green chairs for the garden.
Las peras todavía están verdes; no las comas.
B1The pears are still unripe; don't eat them.
greens
Also: green spaces
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El doctor me dijo que coma más verdes.
B1The doctor told me to eat more greens (vegetables).
La ciudad está invirtiendo en más verdes urbanos.
B2The city is investing in more urban green spaces.
cash
Also: bucks
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Necesito cien verdes para comprar el boleto.
C1I need a hundred bucks (dollars) to buy the ticket.
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Which sentence uses 'verdes' as a noun meaning 'money'?
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Comes from the Latin word 'viridis,' which means 'green, vigorous, or lively.' This origin reflects why 'verde' can mean both the color green and also 'unripe' or 'youthful/inexperienced.'
First recorded: Old Spanish (c. 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'verdes' is referring to the color or to vegetables?
If 'verdes' is used without an article (e.g., 'Los zapatos son verdes'), it's the adjective describing the color. If it is preceded by an article (e.g., 'Los verdes son saludables'), it is acting as a noun meaning 'vegetables' or 'greens'.
Is 'verdes' always plural?
Yes, 'verdes' is the plural form of the word 'verde.' If you are talking about a single item, you must use 'verde' (without the 's').