la banana

the banana

Example Sentence

Llevo la banana en el bolso para el camino.

I carry the banana in my bag for the road.

Meaning

A banana. La banana is a common everyday word, but regional labels can vary across Spanish-speaking countries.

Common Phrases

  • banana madura — ripe banana
  • batido de banana — banana smoothie

Example

La banana madura rapido en la cocina.

The banana ripens quickly in the kitchen.

Common Mistake

Assuming one label fits every country: using platano without checking local meaning; ask for banana madura if you want a sweet snack banana.