variedad
/baɾjeˈdad/feminine
The English phrase variety is variedad in Spanish.
variedad is a feminine noun meaning a specific variation of something. The phrase una variedad de is commonly used followed by a plural noun to indicate a diverse range of things.
Meaning: specific variation of something (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the term matiz is occasionally used instead of variedad to stress slight nuances in variety.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of variedad is variedades.
How do you pronounce it?
/baɾjeˈdad/
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers may mistakenly use the adjective variado when they intend to use the noun variedad.
Did you know?
- Spanish possesses the term miscelánea to describe a variety of unrelated items, often used as the name for a small neighborhood general store.
- The adjective variado can be used as a noun in some regions to describe a mixed assortment of snacks or appetizers.
- The word variedad shares a common ancestor with the English word 'vary' through the Latin root 'varius', which relates to the idea of being changing or diverse.
Examples in context
- La variedad es la salsa de la vida.Variety is the spice of life.Tatoeba #5854085 by arh, translation #1040743 by CK
- Debes adaptarte a una variedad de condiciones.You must adapt to a variety of conditions.Tatoeba #1256480 by marcelostockle, translation #16664 by Zifre
- En esta tienda tenemos una gran variedad de libros.In this store, we have a wide variety of books.Tatoeba #8764247 by adaycito, translation #8768755 by AlanF_US
- Este museo muestra la diversidad cultural de nuestra historiaThis museum showcases the cultural diversity of our history
- Este supermercado ofrece un abanico de opciones para los consumidoresThis supermarket provides a range of options for consumers
- En esta heladería pueden encontrar una gran variedad de saboresIn this ice cream shop, you can find a wide variety of flavors
- En ese mercado hay un montón de opciones de regalosIn that market, there are a bunch of gift options
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Example conversation
Lucía and Mateo are at a local farmer's market.
- LucíaHay una gran variedad de frutas aquí.There is a great variety of fruit here.
- MateoSí, me encanta esta variedad de productos.Yes, I love this variety of products.
- Lucía¿Quieres comprar algunas manzanas, Mateo?Do you want to buy some apples, Mateo?
- MateoNo, prefiero buscar otra variedad de vegetales.No, I prefer to look for another variety of vegetables.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “variety” translations and entries variedad, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries variedad, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
