Spanish · People & Family
"People" in Spanish: gente
la gente
People in Spanish is la gente (HEN-teh). It is feminine and usually singular: la gente está. Do not say las gentes in everyday talk.
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How to pronounce gente
Say it
HEN-teh
/ˈxen.te/
HEN-teh for gente. Soft g like English h. Stress HEN.
"People" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la gente | people Default everyday word. | Default everyday word. |
| mucha gente | many people Crowds and busy places. | Crowds and busy places. |
| poca gente | few people Quiet places. | Quiet places. |
| la gente joven | young people Talking about a younger group. | Talking about a younger group. |
How to use gente in real life
- 1At a concert
Hay mucha gente aquí.
There are a lot of people here.
Mucha gente for a crowd.
- 2On the street
La gente camina rápido.
People walk quickly.
La gente with a singular verb.
- 3At a market
La gente compra frutas frescas.
People buy fresh fruit.
La gente for shoppers in general.
Mistakes English speakers make with gente
Incorrect: Las gente son amables.
Correct: La gente es amable.
Gente is feminine singular. Use la gente with a singular verb.
Incorrect: El gente espera afuera.
Correct: La gente espera afuera.
Gente takes la, not el.
Good to know
Gente is the go-to word for people in Latin America. Personas counts individuals. Prefer la gente for people in general.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Arriving at a busy plaza
ChatPal
Hay mucha gente hoy.
There are a lot of people today.
You
Sí. La gente espera el concierto.
Yes. People are waiting for the concert.
ChatPal
Busquemos un lugar quieto.
Let’s find a quieter spot.
You
Buena idea. Vamos.
Good idea. Let’s go.
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FAQ
Common questions about "People" in Spanish
Is gente masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la gente, mucha gente, esa gente.
Why singular verbs?
Gente is grammatically singular: la gente está, la gente quiere.
Gente or personas?
Gente for people in general. Personas when counting individuals.
How do you pronounce gente?
HEN-teh. Soft g like English h.
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