A brief overview of how Spanish nouns use spaces (or don’t), including compound nouns and multi-word noun phrases.
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- Tiempo vs. Hora vs. Vez: time
Tiempo, hora, and vez are Spanish nouns that relate to the concept of time but have different meanings and uses. Tiempo is general time, hora is a specific hour or time, and vez means “instance” or “turn.” Understanding these distinctions is key to using time expressions correctly in Spanish.
- Casa vs. Hogar: home
Understanding the difference between “casa” and “hogar” in Spanish, including their meanings, usage, and cultural nuances.
- Trabajo vs. Empleo: job
Spanish job terminology explaining the difference between "trabajo" and "empleo," covering meanings, usage, and examples.
- Iglesia vs. Templo vs. Catedral: church, temple
A comprehensive guide to understanding the differences between iglesia, templo, and catedral in Spanish, plus examples and cultural context.
- Escuela vs. Colegio vs. Universidad: school
A detailed explanation of the differences between “escuela,” “colegio,” and “universidad” in Spanish, including how each term is used to describe different types of educational institutions.
- Dinero vs. Plata: money
Dinero vs. plata, understanding the difference between two Spanish words for “money,” including usage, regional preferences, and examples.
- Amigo vs. Compañero: friend
A comparison of amigo and compañero, two Spanish words for “friend,” including their meanings, usage, and cultural context.
- Niño vs. Chico vs. Muchacho: child, kid
Niño, chico, and muchacho are Spanish words for “child” or “kid,” with differences in formality, age range, and regional usage.
- Relámpago vs. Rayo vs. Centella: lightning
Relámpago, rayo, and centella are Spanish nouns for different types of lightning or sparks, each with specific meanings and usage.
Last updated: Thu Jun 12, 2025
