la pizarra
/la piθara/from spelling rules
la pizarra is the Spanish phrase for the large board used in classrooms for writing with chalk or markers.
The phrase refers to a classroom board. The word pizarra can also refer to a piece of slate used as a building material.
Which one should you use?
While la pizarra is a standard term, el pizarrón is more common in many parts of Latin America. In some regions, such as Argentina and Uruguay, el pizarrón is the preferred way to refer to a chalkboard or whiteboard.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina and Uruguay, el pizarrón is commonly used instead of la pizarra.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of la pizarra is las pizarras.
How do you pronounce it?
/la piθara/
Did you know?
Examples in context
- Los conferencistas utilizan la pizarra blanca para exponer sus ideas.The speakers use the whiteboard to present their ideas.
- ¡Apúntalo en la pizarra para que no se te olvide!Write it on the blackboard so you don't forget!
- La profesora escribe en la pizarra.The teacher writes on the board.
- Limpiamos la pizarra después de la clase.We clean the board after class.
- Necesito un marcador para la pizarra.I need a marker for the board.
Example conversation
Two students are in a classroom preparing for a lesson.
- ElenaDaniel, ¿está limpia la pizarra?Daniel, is the board clean?
- DanielNo, Elena. Aún tiene notas.No, Elena. It still has notes.
- ElenaAyúdame a limpiar la pizarra ahora.Help me clean the board now.
- DanielEstá bien, yo lo hago.All right, I will do it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries la, pizarra, CC BY-SA 4.0.
