How to Say "mineral" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “mineral” is “mineral” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
a natural substance like iron or calcium
Examples
El calcio es un mineral importante para los huesos.
Calcium is an important mineral for bones.
Esta zona es rica en mineral de hierro.
This area is rich in iron ore.
Los científicos descubrieron un nuevo mineral en el volcán.
Scientists discovered a new mineral in the volcano.
Making it plural
To talk about more than one, simply add '-es' to the end: 'los minerales'.
Word Gender
This word is masculine, so you always use 'el' or 'un' with it.
Not just for health
Mistake: “Thinking 'mineral' only refers to vitamins.”
Correction: In Spanish, it also refers to rocks and mining materials (ore).
Other Meanings of “mineral”
“mineral” can also mean:
- describing something that contains or relates to minerals(A1)
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