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How to Say "ovum" in Spanish

The Spanish word forovumis huevoA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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huevo

nounA1
biological context
A single, perfect white chicken egg resting on a plain neutral surface.

Examples

Quiero un huevo frito con tostadas para el desayuno.

I want a fried egg with toast for breakfast.

La gallina puso un huevo esta mañana.

The hen laid an egg this morning.

Masculine Noun

Even though 'huevo' is an egg, it is always a masculine noun, so you must use 'el' or 'un' (el huevo, un huevo).

Using 'Ova'

Mistake:No digas 'una ova' para referirte a un huevo de gallina.

Correction: Use 'huevo' for the edible item. 'Ova' refers to fish eggs or roe, which is much less common.

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