la marca

the brand

Example Sentence

No me importa la marca si es bueno.

I don't care about the brand if it's good.

Meaning

La marca is the brand or make of a product. It is useful when comparing store brands and name brands.

Common Phrases

  • una marca conocida — a well-known brand
  • cambiar de marca — to switch brands

Example

Prefiero una marca barata cuando compro arroz.

I prefer a cheap brand when I buy rice.

Common Mistake

Do not confuse la marca (brand) with marcar (to mark or to dial). Use la marca to talk about the product label or company.