How to Say "lava" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “lava” is “lava” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
molten rock from a volcano
Examples
La lava del volcán avanzaba lentamente hacia el mar.
The lava from the volcano was moving slowly toward the sea.
Después de la erupción, la lava se enfrió y se convirtió en roca.
After the eruption, the lava cooled and turned into rock.
Gender Agreement
Lava is a feminine noun, so you must use 'la' or 'una' and make sure adjectives end in 'a,' like 'la lava roja'.
Lava vs. Magma
Mistake: “Using lava for rock inside the earth.”
Correction: In Spanish, as in English, it is called 'magma' while underground and 'lava' once it breaks the surface.
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