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How to Say "feathers" in Spanish

The Spanish word forfeathersis plumasA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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plumas

nounA1
the soft covering of a bird
Several soft, colorful blue and red bird feathers floating gently in the air.

Examples

El pato tiene plumas muy suaves para protegerse del frío.

The duck has very soft feathers to protect itself from the cold.

Mi chaqueta de invierno está rellena de plumas.

My winter jacket is filled with down.

Always Feminine Plural

Since 'plumas' is the plural of 'pluma' (a feminine word), you must use feminine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'las plumas blancas').

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