Translation of Spanish word "cada" to English
cada
/ˈka.ða/
Meaning
determinerAll; every; qualifying a singular noun, indicating all examples of the thing so named seen as individual or separate items (compare every).
How to use
In formal and informal contexts, 'cada' is used to indicate every individual item within a set or group. For example, 'cada estudiante recibió un regalo' translates to 'each student received a gift.' However, learners often confuse 'cada' with 'cada uno,' which is a more formal way of saying 'each one.' For instance, 'cada uno de los estudiantes recibió un regalo' is a more formal way of saying 'each of the students received a gift.'
🇬🇧 English
each
Example
Asegúrate de lavar bien cada tazón.
Make sure you wash each bowl well.
El sol sale cada mañana y se pone cada noche.
The sun rises every morning and sets every night.
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Common phrases
- cada vez que— each time
- cada día— each day
- cada semana— each week
- cada mes— each month
- cada año— each year
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Spanish word "cada" mean?▼
The Spanish word "cada" means "each" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "cada"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "cada"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Asegúrate de lavar bien cada tazón." (which translates as "Make sure you wash each bowl well.").
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