Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Tienda: store, shop
tienda
Pronunciation: TYEHN-dah (stress the capital letters)
Tienda means “store, shop” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: store, shop
- How to say it: TYEHN-dah
- Gender: la tienda
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “tienda” means and how to use it
Tienda means “store” or “shop.” It can also mean “tent.”
Gender and plural
- Gender: la tienda (feminine)
- Plural: las tiendas
Examples with audio
- La tienda abre a las nueve.The store opens at nine.
- Compro ropa en esa tienda.I buy clothes in that store.
- Voy a la tienda por pan.I am going to the store for bread.
Usage tip
Tienda is a small store in many countries. A supermarket is “supermercado,” and a mall is “centro comercial.” The verb “ir de compras” means “to go shopping.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “store, shop” in Spanish?
“store, shop” in Spanish is “tienda.” It is pronounced TYEHN-dah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “tienda”?
Say TYEHN-dah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “tienda” masculine or feminine?
Tienda is feminine: “la tienda.” The plural is “tiendas.”
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