How to Say "categories" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “categories” is “clases” — B1 level.

English → SpanishB1

clases

nounB1

types of classification

A storybook illustration depicting four distinct types of simple, brightly colored flowers: a red rose, a yellow tulip, a white daisy, and a large orange sunflower, illustrating variety.

Examples

¿Qué clases de películas prefieres ver?

What kinds of movies do you prefer to watch?

Existen diferentes clases sociales en la ciudad.

Different social classes exist in the city.

Necesitamos analizar todas las clases de evidencia antes de decidir.

We need to analyze all types of evidence before deciding.

Using 'Qué clases de...'

This phrase is a natural way to ask 'What kinds of...?' when referring to categories or groups of items. It requires the plural 'clases'.

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Related Translations

classes→instruction→kinds→lessons→social classes→

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