la mancha

the stain

Example Sentence

La mancha salio al frotar con espuma.

The stain came out when I scrubbed with foam.

Meaning

la mancha means a stain or mark on fabric. You use it when something spills and you notice a spot that needs cleaning.

Common Phrases

  • mancha de vino — wine stain
  • quitar una mancha — to remove a stain

Example

Hay una mancha en la falda.

There is a stain on the skirt.

Common Mistake

Wrong article: la mancha (correct) vs el mancha (incorrect).