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"El cual" is a phrase which is often translated as "which", and "la que" is a phrase which is often translated as "the one that". Learn more about the difference between "el cual" and "la que" below.
el cual
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. which (things, animals)
El edificio posee un moderno gimnasio, el cual está localizado en la planta baja.The building features a modern gym, which is located on the first floor.
b. that (things, animals)
A último momento, el presidente decidió no utilizar el discurso en el cual pasé horas trabajando.At the last moment, the president decided not to use the speech that I spent hours working on.
la que
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. the one that
No me gusta esta bufanda. La que compré en el mercado de pulgas es más linda.I don't like this scarf. The one that I bought at the flea market is prettier.
b. whichever
¿Qué tarea elijo? - La que elijas te enseñara algo nuevo.What task do I choose? - Whichever you choose will teach you something new.
