cadena /kaðˈena/ · noun · CEFR A2. Spanish translation of "chain".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Herramientas e Instrumentos

Source term
chain
Translation
cadena
CEFR Level
A2
Part of speech
noun
Image
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Article, Gender & Forms

Spanish article/gender note: learn this word with the article "la".

Dictionary form cadena
Article la
Gender/article class feminine
Regular/likely plural cadenas
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + verb + la cadena
Examples
La cadena que sostiene la herramienta está hecha de metal.
Tip
Use the article with the noun when the language normally requires one.

Topic context

This word appears in the Spanish Herramientas e Instrumentos.

Example Sentences

La cadena que sostiene la herramienta está hecha de metal.

English: The chain that holds the tool is made of metal.

B1 · Tools and Instruments

Lleva una cadena fina de oro en el cuello.

English: He wears a thin gold chain around his neck.

A2 · Clothes And Accessories

El perro rompió su cadena y corrió al jardín.

English: The dog broke its chain and ran into the garden.

A2 · Clothes And Accessories

Ella compró una cadena pequeña de plata en la tienda.

English: She bought a small silver chain at the shop.

A2 · Clothes And Accessories

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