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"El" is a form of "el", a definite article which is often translated as "the". "Peluquero" is a noun which is often translated as "hairdresser". Learn more about the difference between "peluquero" and "el" below.
el peluquero, la peluquera(
peh
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loo
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keh
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roh
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This means that the noun can be masculine or feminine, depending on the gender of the noun it refers to (e.g., el doctor, la doctora).
masculine or feminine noun
a. hairdresser
La peluquera me preguntó si quería un estilo nuevo.The hairdresser asked me if I wanted a new style.
b. hair stylist
La peluquera me hizo un peinado muy chic para la boda.The hair stylist gave me a chic updo for the wedding.
c. barber (for men)
Voy al peluquero a cortarme el cabello.I'm going to the barber to get a haircut.
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el(
ehl
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A definite article is a word that identifies a noun as specific or known to the speaker (e.g., the girl).
definite article
a. the
El gato está en el tejado.The cat is on the roof.
El teléfono estaba encima de la mesa.The telephone was on top of the table.
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