un

a

USAGE NOTE

The adjective "un" is used instead of "uno" before singular masculine nouns.

un(oon)

indefinite article

1. (singular)

a. a

Había un coche estacionado en la puerta.

There was a car parked at the gate.

b. an (before vowel sound)

Tienen una vieja cámara que todavía funciona.

They have an old camera which is still working.

2. (plural)

a. some

Compré unos libros muy interesantes.

I bought some very interesting books.

Conseguí unas manzanas deliciosas en el mercado.

I got some delicious apples at the market.

adjective

3. (number)

a. one

Solo queda un dulce en la caja.

There's only one chocolate left in the box.