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"Lino" is a form of "lino", a noun which is often translated as "flax". "Algodón" is a noun which is often translated as "cotton". Learn more about the difference between "lino" and "algodón" below.
el lino(
lee
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noh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
2. (fabric)
a. linen
Los pantalones de lino blancos son muy frescos para llevar en verano.White linen trousers keep you cool in the summer.
a. linseed
Este aceite está elaborado con lino y tiene muchas propiedades beneficiosas para la salud.This oil is made of linseed and it has a lot of health benefits.
el algodón(
ahl
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goh
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dohn
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (material)
a. cotton
La ropa hecha de algodón es mucho más cómoda que la de otras telas.Clothing made of cotton is much more comfortable than clothing made of other fabrics.
