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"Zapatos" is a form of "zapato", a noun which is often translated as "shoe". "Anaranjado" is an adjective which is often translated as "orange". Learn more about the difference between "anaranjado" and "zapatos" below.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. orange
El cielo anaranjado se ve hermoso.The orange sky looks beautiful.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. orange
El anaranjado en el cuadro es demasiado dominante.The orange in the painting is too overpowering.
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A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. shoe
Paula necesita zapatos nuevos.Paula needs new shoes.
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