Lo + adjective in Spanish is a really useful way to say “the …. thing”. This is a very typical Spanish way of speaking, making you sound more like a native speaker. Also, if you are studying for GCSE, A2 or A-level Spanish if you can use this type of more difficult structure, you will gain higher marks.
Here are some examples of ways to use this expression:
Lo importante es que …: The important thing is that …
Lo bueno es que …: The good thing is that …
Lo malo es que …: The bad thing is that …
Lo mejor de mi ciudad es que …: The best thing about my city is that …
Lo peor del hotel era que …: The worst thing about the hotel was that … Continue reading