La manzana
Example: Compré una manzana roja en el mercado esta mañana.
Definition
"La manzana" is a Spanish noun meaning 'apple,' the round fruit typically red, green, or yellow, known for its sweet or tart flavor. It is commonly eaten raw or used in cooking and baking, as in the phrase: 'Compré una manzana roja en el mercado esta mañana.'
Etymology
The Spanish word "la manzana" comes from the Latin word 'māla,' meaning 'apple.' Over time, the word evolved through Old Spanish to become 'manzana.' Interestingly, in Spanish, 'manzana' can also mean a city block, showing the language's playful flexibility.
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"La manzana" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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