manzana buena
/manθana bwena/from spelling rules
The phrase "good apple" in Spanish is translated as manzana buena.
This phrase is used to describe an apple that is of high quality or tastes good.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the standard phrase manzana buena, the adjective buena follows the noun manzana. However, it is also grammatically correct to say una buena manzana. Placing the adjective before the noun in this way can add a slight emphasis to the quality of the apple.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word manzana can also mean 'city block' in many contexts. This can lead to confusion if you are discussing a 'good block' of a city versus a 'good apple'.
- The Spanish word manzana is derived from the name of Gaius Matius, a Roman horticulturist and friend of Julius Caesar.
- While manzana buena describes the fruit, the phrase manzana de oro is often used in Spanish literature and folklore to represent a prize or a divine object.
Examples in context
- Esta es una manzana buena.This is a good apple.
- Busco una manzana buena para el postre.I am looking for a good apple for dessert.
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are at a fruit market.
- MaríaMira, esta manzana buena cuesta un euro.Look, this good apple costs one euro.
- AlejandroParece muy dulce y jugosa.It looks very sweet and juicy.
- María¿Quieres comprarla, Alejandro?Do you want to buy it, Alejandro?
- AlejandroSí, llévatela por favor.Yes, please take it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries manzana, CC BY-SA 4.0.
