How to Say "snowy" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “snowy” is “nevada” — B1 level.

English → SpanishB1

nevada

adjectiveB1

covered with or white like snow

Vimos la montaña nevada a lo lejos.

We saw the snow-covered mountain in the distance.

Las calles estaban totalmente nevadas.

The streets were totally covered in snow.

This specific form 'nevada' is only used for feminine things (like 'la montaña'). If you describe a masculine thing, you must use 'nevado'.

Mistake: “Saying 'el pico nevada'.”

Correction: Because 'pico' (peak) is masculine, you should use 'nevado'. Use 'nevada' only for feminine words like 'cumbre' or 'calle'.

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