árboles
“árboles” means “trees” in Spanish (Plural of 'tree').
trees
Also: timber
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En otoño, los árboles pierden sus hojas.
A1In autumn, the trees lose their leaves.
Necesitamos plantar más árboles para limpiar el aire de la ciudad.
A2We need to plant more trees to clean the city's air.
El bosque estaba compuesto por árboles centenarios que ofrecían un paisaje majestuoso.
B1The forest was made up of centuries-old trees that offered a majestic landscape.
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Which sentence correctly uses the word 'árboles'?
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The word comes directly from the Latin word *arbor*, which also meant 'tree'. The transition from *arbor* to *árbol* is a classic example of how Latin words evolved into Spanish.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish period (around 10th-13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'árboles' need an accent mark?
In Spanish, if the strong stress falls on the third-to-last syllable (like it does in *ÁR-bo-les*), the word is called 'esdrújula' and must always be written with an accent mark to show where the stress falls.
Is there a difference between 'árboles' and 'arboleda'?
Yes. 'Árboles' just means 'trees' (plural). 'Arboleda' is a collective noun, meaning a group of trees growing together, like a small woods or a grove.