Spanish Phrase
El schnitzel también es muy común.
Meaning
The sentence states that schnitzel, a breaded meat dish, is also very common, usually in the context of comparing it to other foods or noting its popularity in a particular region.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to add schnitzel to a list of popular dishes, or when you’re surprised to find it widely available in a new place.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Elschnitzeltambiénesmuycomún
Definite article (El)
Use 'el' for masculine singular nouns, even for borrowed foreign words like 'schnitzel'.
Borrowed noun (schnitzel)
Words taken from other languages keep their original gender assignment; in Spanish, 'schnitzel' is treated as masculine.
Adverb placement (también)
'También' usually appears before the verb it modifies, adding the idea of 'also' or 'too'.
Verb ser vs estar
Use 'ser' (es) for inherent or general characteristics; 'estar' would be incorrect here.
Intensifier (muy)
'Muy' goes directly before an adjective to intensify its meaning.
Adjective agreement (común)
'Común' is an adjective that agrees in gender and number with the noun; here it stays singular masculine.
🗨In Conversation
¿Has probado el schnitzel?
Have you tried schnitzel?
Sí, el schnitzel también es muy común aquí.
Yes, schnitzel is also very common here.
✕Common Mistakes
El schnitzel también está muy común.
Use 'ser' (es) for permanent characteristics; 'estar' would imply a temporary state, which is incorrect here.
El schnitzel es muy también común.
The adverb 'también' should precede the verb, not split the intensifier and adjective.
La schnitzel también es muy común.
If you treat 'schnitzel' as feminine, you’ll get gender agreement errors; it is masculine.
↔Alternatives
El schnitzel es muy popular también.
Schnitzel is also very popular.
También se encuentra mucho el schnitzel.
Schnitzel is also found a lot.
El schnitzel también resulta muy común.
Schnitzel also turns out to be very common.
Cultural Tip
Schnitzel originates from German‑speaking countries, but thanks to immigration it has become a staple in many Latin American kitchens, especially in Argentina and Uruguay. In Spanish it keeps its German spelling and is treated as a masculine noun, so you’ll hear 'el schnitzel' or 'un schnitzel' in menus. Remember that 'común' describes a general, lasting characteristic, so 'ser' is the correct verb.