Adjective · A2 · Spanish glossary
Igual: equal, the same
igual
Pronunciation: ee-GWAHL (stress the capital letters)
Igual means “equal, the same” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: equal, the same
- How to say it: ee-GWAHL
- Forms: igual, igual, iguales, iguales
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “igual” means and how to use it
Igual means “equal” or “the same.” It is also used as an adverb meaning “anyway.”
Forms of “igual”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | igual | iguales |
| Feminine | igual | iguales |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Los dos coches son iguales.The two cars are the same.
- Me da igual.I do not mind.
- Igual voy a llamarla.I will call her anyway.
Usage tip
“Me da igual” and “me es igual” mean “it is all the same to me.” The plural is “iguales.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “equal, the same” in Spanish?
“equal, the same” in Spanish is “igual.” It is pronounced ee-GWAHL, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “igual”?
Say ee-GWAHL. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “igual” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “igual,” “igual,” “iguales,” and “iguales.”
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