común

común(
koh
-
moon
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. common
Es un error común que el sushi siempre lleva pescado.It's a common misconception that sushi always has fish.
a. common
El acné es un trastorno cutáneo común a la mayoría de los adolescentes.Acne is a skin condition common to most teenagers.
b. mutual
Vi a nuestra amiga común mientras estuve en California.I saw our mutual friend while I was in California.
a. ordinary
Compré un abrigo de invierno común porque tenía poco dinero.I bought an ordinary winter jacket because I didn't have much money.
a. communal
El albergue juvenil estuvo bien, excepto que tenía baños comunes.The youth hostel was fine, except that it had communal bathrooms.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
En diez años pasará al olvido, como el común de los actores secundarios.In ten years he will be forgotten, just like any other supporting actor.
Ofrecemos un menú simple que le agrada al común de la gente.We offer a simple menu that pleases most people.
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