How to Say "codes" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “codes” is “códigos” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

Examples
Todos los países tienen códigos civiles diferentes.
All countries have different civil codes (laws).
Los códigos de etiqueta varían mucho entre culturas.
The codes of etiquette (rules of behavior) vary a lot between cultures.
Debemos respetar los códigos de vestimenta del evento.
We must respect the dress codes for the event.
Always Plural Masculine
Remember that 'códigos' is the plural form of the masculine noun 'código.' You must use masculine articles and adjectives with it (los códigos, códigos nuevos).
Confusing Gender
Mistake: “La códigos son importantes.”
Correction: Los códigos son importantes. (The word 'código' is masculine.)
Other Meanings of “códigos”
“códigos” can also mean:
- identification numbers or keys(A2)
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