In English, an adjective never changes. We say 'red car' and 'red cars'. But in Spanish, adjectives are fluid—they adapt to the noun they modify. Mastering this agreement is crucial for sounding natural.
Adjectives in Spanish have two main rules: 1. They must agree with the noun's gender (masculine/feminine) and number (singular/plural). 2. They usually come AFTER the noun they describe.
A huge trap for English speakers is putting the adjective first (saying 'el rojo coche'). Remember: in Spanish, you first establish WHAT the object is, and then you describe it! Another trap is forgetting to make the adjective plural when the noun is plural.
Select the correct form of the adjective to match the noun.
Test your adjective skills!
While the general rule is that adjectives go after the noun, there are some exceptions! Sometimes, placing an adjective BEFORE the noun changes its meaning. For example, 'un amigo viejo' means a friend who is old in age, but 'un viejo amigo' means a long-time friend.