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How to Say "mount" in Spanish

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caballería

nounB1general
Use 'caballería' when referring to a riding animal, typically a horse, used for transport or in a military context (cavalry).

Examples

El jinete montó su caballería para la carrera.

The rider mounted his steed for the race.

monte

/món-te//ˈmonte/

nounA2geographical
Use 'monte' when referring to a mountain, often as part of a geographical name.
A colorful illustration of a single large green mount or hill under a bright blue sky.

Examples

Subimos al monte más alto de la región.

We climbed the highest mountain in the region.

El Monte Fuji es un volcán muy famoso en Japón.

Mount Fuji is a very famous volcano in Japan.

Subimos a la cima del monte para ver el amanecer.

We climbed to the top of the mount/hill to see the sunrise.

Formal Names

When referring to famous geographical features, 'monte' is often used as the equivalent of 'Mount' in English, like 'Monte Everest'.

marco

/MAHR-koh//ˈmaɾko/

nounA1general
Use 'marco' when referring to a frame, such as for a picture or eyeglasses.
A thick, ornate wooden picture frame resting against a solid colored background.

Examples

Compré un marco nuevo para mi espejo.

I bought a new frame for my mirror.

Necesito un marco de madera para esta pintura.

I need a wooden frame for this painting.

El marco de la ventana está roto.

The window frame is broken.

Ponte el marco de las gafas antes de leer.

Put on the frames of your glasses before reading.

Gender Rule

Remember that 'marco' is masculine, so you always use 'el marco' or 'un marco'.

Confusing 'monte' and 'caballería'

The most common mistake is confusing 'monte' (mountain) with 'caballería' (riding animal/cavalry). Remember that 'monte' is for geographical features, while 'caballería' refers to a horse or group of horses used for riding.

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