How to Say "vegetables" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “vegetables” is “verduras” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Me gusta comer muchas verduras.
I like to eat a lot of vegetables.
Las verduras frescas están en esa mesa.
The fresh vegetables are on that table.
Tengo que comprar verduras para la sopa.
I have to buy vegetables for the soup.
Always Feminine
The word 'verduras' is always feminine. You must use 'las' or 'unas' with it (las verduras).
Mostly Plural
While 'verdura' (singular) exists, we almost always use the plural 'verduras' when talking about them as a food group.
Vegetales vs. Verduras
Mistake: “Using 'vegetales' for everything.”
Correction: While 'vegetales' is understood, 'verduras' is the more natural, common word used in Spanish kitchens and markets.
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