Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Idea: idea
idea
Pronunciation: ee-DEH-ah (stress the capital letters)
Idea means “idea” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: idea
- How to say it: ee-DEH-ah
- Gender: la idea
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “idea” means and how to use it
Idea means “idea.” It looks like the English word but has three syllables in Spanish.
Gender and plural
- Gender: la idea (feminine)
- Plural: las ideas
Examples with audio
- Tengo una buena idea.I have a good idea.
- No tengo idea.I have no idea.
- ¿Qué te parece esa idea?What do you think of that idea?
Usage tip
“No tengo ni idea” means “I have no idea at all.” In Spanish the word has three syllables: i-de-a.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “idea” in Spanish?
“idea” in Spanish is “idea.” It is pronounced ee-DEH-ah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “idea”?
Say ee-DEH-ah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “idea” masculine or feminine?
Idea is feminine: “la idea.” The plural is “ideas.”
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