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How to Say "crop" in Spanish

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cosecha

koh-SEH-cha/koˈsetʃa/

nounA2general
Use 'cosecha' when referring to the actual produce that has been gathered or harvested from the fields.
A smiling farmer stands in a sunny field, holding a full basket of golden wheat, symbolizing the act of harvesting.

Examples

La cosecha de trigo fue abundante gracias a la lluvia.

The wheat harvest was abundant thanks to the rain.

Estamos en plena época de cosecha de uvas.

We are right in the middle of the grape harvest season.

Feminine Noun

Since 'cosecha' is feminine, it always pairs with feminine words like 'la' or 'una', and descriptive words (adjectives) must also end in '-a' (e.g., 'la cosecha buena').

Using the wrong verb

Mistake: “Hacer la cosecha”

Correction: Levantar la cosecha or recoger la cosecha. Use verbs that mean 'to gather' or 'to raise' when talking about the act of harvesting.

cultura

kool-TOO-rah/kulˈtuɾa/

nounC1general
Use 'cultura' when talking about the specific type of plant or crop being grown or cultivated in a region or farm.
A simple storybook illustration showing a close-up view of fertile dark brown soil with three neat, parallel rows of tiny, vibrant green plant sprouts emerging, illustrating agricultural growth.

Examples

La cultura del arroz requiere mucha agua.

The cultivation of rice requires a lot of water.

Están haciendo una cultura de bacterias en el laboratorio.

They are growing a culture of bacteria in the lab.

Specialized Context

This meaning is usually followed by 'de' and the specific item being grown or developed (e.g., 'cultura de maíz' or 'cultura de hongos').

Harvest vs. Plant Type

Learners often confuse 'cosecha' (harvest) and 'cultura' (crop type). Remember that 'cosecha' is about the *result* of farming (what you gather), while 'cultura' refers to the *type* of plant being farmed.

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