el adulto
-the adult
See the entry for adulto.

adulto

el adulto, la adulta(
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This means that the noun can be masculine or feminine, depending on the gender of the noun it refers to (e.g., el doctor, la doctora).
masculine or feminine noun
a. adult
Esta película contiene escenas violentas y es solo para adultos.This film contains violent scenes and is for adults only.
b. grown-up
Si quieres que te traten como a un adulto, actúa como tal.If you want to be treated like a grown-up, act like one.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. adult
Los niños no pueden estar en la piscina sin supervisión adulta.Children can't use the swimming pool without adult supervision.
b. grown-up
Es como un niño. Es imposible tener una conversación adulta con él.He's like a child. It's impossible to have a grown-up conversation with him.
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