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"Ropaje" is a noun which is often translated as "robes", and "ropa" is a noun which is often translated as "clothing". Learn more about the difference between "ropaje" and "ropa" below.
el ropaje(
rroh
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pah
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heh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (clothing)
a. robes
Los lujosos ropajes que lucían las damas de la corte fueron imitados a través del país.The lavish robes worn by the ladies of the court were emulated across the country.
b. apparel
Se pidió a los invitados a la cena gala que llevaran sus mejores ropajes.The guests were asked to wear their best apparel to the gala dinner.
la ropa(
rroh
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pah
)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
