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"Arroz" is a noun which is often translated as "rice", and "frijoles refritos" is a plural noun which is often translated as "refried beans". Learn more about the difference between "arroz" and "frijoles refritos" below.
el arroz()
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. rice
Mi comida favorita es el arroz con pollo.My favorite food is chicken and rice.
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los frijoles refritos()
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
plural noun
a. refried beans
Se me antojaron unos chilaquiles con frijoles refritos.I really want some chilaquiles with refried beans.
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