The correct definite article for the noun "chica" is "la."
Explanation:
1. In Spanish, nouns are categorized by gender, either masculine or feminine.
2. The noun "chica" is feminine, indicated by the ending "-a."
3. When a feminine noun is singular and not preceded by an adjective or possessive pronoun, it is paired with the definite article "la."
4. Therefore, the correct definite article for "chica" is "la."
Examples:
- La chica (The girl)
- La chica es inteligente. (The girl is smart)
Remember, in Spanish, it's essential to match the gender and number of the noun with the corresponding definite article.
