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"Clothes" in Spanish: ropa
la ropa
Note: plural in English, singular in Spanish
Clothes are la ropa (ROH-pah). Ropa is feminine and usually singular in Spanish, even when English uses a plural.
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How to pronounce ropa
Say it
ROH-pah
/ˈro.pa/
Two syllables: ROH-pah. Stress the first. Soft r at the start.
"Clothes" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la ropa | clothes Clothes in general; usually singular. | Clothes in general; usually singular. |
| la ropa limpia | clean clothes After laundry day. | After laundry day. |
| cambiarse de ropa | to change clothes Getting dressed in something else. | Getting dressed in something else. |
| la ropa de invierno | winter clothes Seasonal clothing. | Seasonal clothing. |
How to use ropa in real life
- 1Packing a suitcase
Necesito más ropa para el viaje.
I need more clothes for the trip.
Más ropa stays singular.
- 2After laundry
La ropa ya está seca.
The clothes are dry already.
Verb agrees with singular ropa: está.
- 3Getting ready
Voy a cambiarme de ropa.
I'm going to change clothes.
Cambiarse de ropa is a set phrase.
Mistakes English speakers make with ropa
Incorrect: Las ropas están sucias.
Correct: La ropa está sucia.
Ropa is usually singular. Say la ropa está sucia.
Incorrect: Compré nuevos clothes.
Correct: Compré ropa nueva.
Use ropa, not the English word clothes.
Good to know
Good to knowEnglish says clothes (plural). Spanish usually keeps la ropa singular. Use prendas for single items; keep ropa for clothes in general.
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Sorting laundry together
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Separa la ropa de colores.
Separate the colored clothes.
You
Listo. ¿Dónde pongo la ropa blanca?
Done. Where do I put the white clothes?
ChatPal
En esa canasta, por favor.
In that basket, please.
You
Perfecto. Ya termino.
Perfect. I'll finish now.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Clothes" in Spanish
Is ropa singular or plural?
Usually singular: la ropa. English clothes is plural.
Is ropa masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la ropa, ropa limpia.
How do I say change clothes?
Cambiarse de ropa.
How do you pronounce ropa?
ROH-pah. Stress the first syllable.
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