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"Manera" is a form of "manera", a noun which is often translated as "way". "De moda" is a phrase which is often translated as "in fashion". Learn more about the difference between "manera" and "de moda" below.
la manera(
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A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. way
Hay muchas maneras de construir una casa.There are many ways to build a house.
b. manner
Los archivos se tienen que guardar de manera que no haya riesgo de acceso no autorizado.The files must be stored in such a manner that there is no risk of unauthorized access.
las maneras
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
plural noun
a. manners
Tiene muy buenas maneras tu nieto.Your grandson has very good manners.
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de moda(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in fashion
No me puedo creer que los pantalones acampanados estén de moda otra vez.I can't believe bell-bottoms are back in fashion.
b. fashionable
Se ha puesto de moda hacer excursiones en globo.Ballooning has become fashionable.
c. in style
Los baños de color aguacate estaban de moda en los años ochenta.Avocado bathrooms were in style in the 80s.
d. trendy
Debe estar de moda el amarillo esta temporada porque se ve por todos lados.Yellow must be trendy this season because it's everywhere.
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