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"Menudo" is an adjective which is often translated as "small", and "frecuentemente" is an adverb which is often translated as "frequently". Learn more about the difference between "menudo" and "frecuentemente" below.
menudo(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (size)
a. insignificant
No me involucres en un asunto tan menudo.Don't involve me in such an insignificant matter.
3. (exact)
4. (emphasis)
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
¡Menudo genio que tiene!She's got such a temper!
¡En menudo lío nos has metido!This is a fine mess you've got us into!
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
5. (culinary)
a. tripe stew
Los mexicanos creen que comer menudo es bueno para la resaca.Mexicans believe eating tripe stew is good for a hangover.
6. (money) (Caribbean) (Colombia) (Costa Rica)
Regionalism used in the Caribbean: Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico
Regionalism used in Colombia
Regionalism used in Costa Rica
los menudos
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
7. (culinary)
a. giblets
A mi abuelo le gusta comer menudos, pero a mí me parecen asquerosos.My grandfather likes to eat giblets, but I think they're disgusting.
frecuentemente(
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (commonly)
a. frequently
Beber agua frecuentemente es bueno para la salud.Drinking water frequently is good for your health.
b. often
Frecuentemente se me olvida apagar las luces cuando me voy de casa.I often forget to turn off the lights when I leave the house.
