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How to Say "patterns" in Spanish

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patrones

/pah-TROH-nehs//paˈtɾones/

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Use 'patrones' when referring to repetitive designs, sequences, or recurring events like weather or behavior.
A colorful sequence of repeating geometric shapes in a row.

Examples

Estamos estudiando los patrones climáticos de la región.

We are studying the weather patterns of the region.

Ella usa patrones de papel para hacer sus vestidos.

She uses paper patterns to make her dresses.

Where did the accent go?

The singular form is 'patrón' with an accent. When it becomes plural 'patrones,' the stress naturally stays on the 'o,' so the written accent mark is no longer needed.

modelos

moh-DEH-los/moˈðe.los/

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Use 'modelos' when referring to physical templates, designs, or established examples, especially in fields like fashion or manufacturing.
Three distinct wooden chairs lined up, each representing a different design type or version.

Examples

Todos los modelos de coches nuevos tienen GPS.

All the new car models have GPS.

Necesitamos tres modelos diferentes para la presentación.

We need three different designs for the presentation.

Plural Noun

This word is the plural form of 'modelo.' Since 'modelo' ends in a vowel, you just add '-s' to make it plural.

Confusing Gender

Mistake: “La modelos (using the feminine article)”

Correction: Los modelos (even though it ends in '-o', the word 'modelo' referring to a design is always masculine, so use 'los').

Modelos vs. Patrones

Learners often confuse 'modelos' and 'patrones'. Remember that 'modelos' usually refers to a physical template or a specific example (like a car model), while 'patrones' refers to recurring sequences or designs (like weather patterns).

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