How to Say "shrub" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “shrub” is “mato” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
NounB1
a small, dense woody plant
Examples
El perro se escondió entre el mato para evitar la lluvia.
The dog hid among the bush to avoid the rain.
Hay que podar ese mato, está tapando la ventana.
We have to prune that shrub; it's covering the window.
Gender Check
Even though it ends in 'o,' remember 'mato' is always masculine, so use 'el mato' or 'un mato'.
Using the wrong word for a tree
Mistake: “Calling a large tree 'un mato'.”
Correction: 'Mato' refers to a small, low plant. Use 'árbol' for a large tree.
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