Una (en. A)

/ˈuna/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Article used before a singular feminine noun.
I have a house on the beach.
Tengo una casa en la playa.
Indicates a unit or a single thing.
I just need an answer.
Solo necesito una respuesta.
Used to refer to a non-specific person.
A woman has called on the phone.
Una mujer ha llamado por teléfono.

Etymology

From Latin 'una', meaning 'one, a' in feminine.

Common Phrases and Expressions

once more
Indicates the repetition of an event.
una vez más
one of two
Refers to a choice between two options.
una de dos
one by one
Indicates the relationship or comparison individually.
una a una

Related Words

one
Number that indicates a single unit or element.
uno
a
Indefinite article used before a masculine noun.
un
ones
Plural of 'una', used before feminine nouns.
unas

Slang Meanings

A beer
I'm going to order one to relax.
Voy a pedir una para relajarnos.
An adventure
It was incredible; it was just an adventure.
Estuvo increíble, fue solo una aventura.