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"Microonda" is a noun which is often translated as "microwave", and "microondas" is a noun which is also often translated as "microwave". Learn more about the difference between "microonda" and "microondas" below.
la microonda(
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)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
a. microwave
La microonda se utiliza en las tecnologías de comunicación, navegación, radar y calefacción.Microwaves are used in communication, navigation, radar, and heating technologies.
el microondas(
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)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
a. microwave
Calenté mi café rápidamente en el microondas.I quickly heated up my coffee in the microwave.
