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How to Say "roots" in Spanish

The Spanish word forrootsis raícesA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
nounA2
of a plant or tree
Thick, exposed tree roots emerge from the base of a trunk and spread into the dark earth, showing the underground structure of a plant.

Examples

Las raíces del árbol crecieron debajo de la acera.

The roots of the tree grew under the sidewalk.

Es importante regar las raíces para que la flor viva.

It is important to water the roots so the flower lives.

Feminine Plural

'Raíces' is the plural form of the feminine word 'raíz.' Remember to use feminine articles like 'las' or 'unas' with it.

Other Meanings ofraíces

raícescan also mean:

  • origins, heritage, background(B1)

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