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"Zapatos" is a form of "zapato", a noun which is often translated as "shoe". "Marta" is a noun which is often translated as "marten". Learn more about the difference between "marta" and "zapatos" below.
la marta(
mahr
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tah
)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (animal)
b. pine marten
La cola de la marta mide aproximadamente 25 centímetros.The tail of the pine marten is approximately 25 centimeters long.
2. (material)
el zapato(
sah
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pah
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toh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (footwear)
a. shoe
Voy al centro comercial para comprar un par de zapatos para el trabajo.I'm going to the mall to buy a pair of shoes for work.
