Transportation in Spanish
Collection of Spanish vocabulary related to transportation, including modes of transport, phrases, and expressions.
aumentar la velocidad
increase speed
The Spanish phrase 'aumentar la velocidad' translates to 'increase speed' in English. It is a verb phrase commonly used in contexts such as driving, sports, or generally whenever one is needed to quicken or intensify the pace of an activity. 'Aumentar' specifically means 'to increase' and 'la velocidad' means 'the speed', thus when combined, they create the action phrase 'increase speed'.
Example sentences with aumentar la velocidad →autobús
bus
A bus can be defined as a large vehicle that is designed to carry many passengers. Buses are typically used for public transportation.
Example sentences with autobús →autobús interurbano
interurban bus
The Spanish term 'autobús interurbano' translates to 'interurban bus' in English. This refers to a type of bus service that operates between different cities or towns, unlike city or urban buses which operate only within a city's limits. These buses are primarily used for longer distance travel, typically connecting an urban area's main hub to smaller towns or communities that might not have their own extensive public transportation system.
Example sentences with autobús interurbano →autobús urbano
urban bus
The term 'autobús urbano' is a Spanish word that translates to 'urban bus' in English. This typically refers to a type of public transportation vehicle that operates within the cities or towns. It is often used for short distance travel and has numerous stops throughout the city. It plays a critical role in the daily commuting of people, helping them reach their workplaces, schools, or other public places in the urban areas.
Example sentences with autobús urbano →autopista
highway
The Spanish word 'autopista' translates to 'highway' in English. It is a noun used to refer to a main road, specifically built for fast travel between cities or towns. An autopista is typically multiple lanes and allows for high-speed travel, similar to a freeway or interstate. It is where vehicles, like cars and trucks, usually travel at high speeds.
Example sentences with autopista →autopista de peaje
toll motorway
The Spanish phrase 'autopista de peaje' is translated into English as 'toll motorway'. This term refers to a public or private roadway for which a fee (or toll) is assessed for passage. It is a high-speed, multiple-lane road designed for long-distance traffic, typically having limited access and intersections managed by means of toll booths or electronic toll collection systems.
Example sentences with autopista de peaje →averiarse
to be broken
The Spanish word 'averiarse' translates to 'to be broken' in English. This term is often used in the context of machinery, electronic devices, vehicles, or essentially any technical equipment that has stopped functioning properly. For instance, if a car stops working due to some mechanical problem, the Spanish phrase 'El coche se ha averiado' would be used, which means 'The car has broken down' in English. However, it's not usually applied to describe people or living beings.
Example sentences with averiarse →aviador
aviator
The Spanish word 'aviador' translates to 'aviator' in English. It is used to describe a person who operates aircraft, similar to a pilot. In a broader context, it could also refer to a person who travels in an aircraft. 'Aviador' comes from the Spanish verb 'aviar' which means to prepare or to ready, lending to the understanding of an aviator as a person who prepares for and carries out air travel.
Example sentences with aviador →avión de carga
cargo plane
The Spanish phrase 'avión de carga' translates to 'cargo plane' in English. A cargo plane, also known as freight aircraft, freighter, airlifter, or cargo jet, is a fixed-wing aircraft that is designed or converted for the transport of goods, rather than passengers. They are a vital part of the global economy, transporting goods quickly and efficiently across long distances. In the same way, 'avión de carga' would be used in Spanish-speaking contexts to refer to such aircraft.
Example sentences with avión de carga →avioneta
small plane
The Spanish word 'avioneta' translates to 'small plane' in English. It is a noun typically used to refer to a light aircraft that is smaller than a conventional airplane. This may include private aircraft, small passenger planes or small cargo aircraft. The term 'avioneta' is often used in contexts related to aviation, travel, and transportation.
Example sentences with avioneta →ayuda en carretera
roadside assistance
The Spanish term 'ayuda en carretera' translates to 'roadside assistance' in English. This term refers to a set of services that assist motorists, or bicyclists, whose vehicles have suffered a mechanical failure that leaves the operator stranded. Services could include towing, battery jump start, tire change, vehicle recovery, and fuel delivery. In most cases, these services are provided by a specialist roadside assistance technician or a tow truck driver. These services are typically covered under a vehicle's warranty, insurance, or purchased separately.
Example sentences with ayuda en carretera →azafata
stewardess
The Spanish word 'azafata' translates to 'stewardess' in English. It's generally used to refer to a woman whose job is to take care of the needs of passengers on a plane. However, this term is also applicable to a woman who serves passengers on a train or a ship. The primary role of a 'azafata' is to ensure passenger safety and comfort during a journey.
Example sentences with azafata →bache
bache
The word 'bache' in Spanish refers to a pothole or a pit in English. It is commonly used to describe a hole in the road surface that is caused by factors like wear and tear, bad weather, or insufficient maintenance. This term is frequently used in the context of driving vehicles, where encountering a 'bache' may cause discomfort or even damage to the vehicle.
Example sentences with bache →bajar(se) de un avión
get off a plane
The Spanish term 'bajar(se) de un avión' translates to 'get off a plane' in English. It refers to the act of disembarking from an airplane after it has landed and safely come to a stop. This term is used in various contexts, such as travelling, airport processes and safety guidelines. It is a useful phrase to remember for anyone travelling in a Spanish-speaking region or engaging with Spanish speakers in an aviation context.
Example sentences with bajar(se) de un avión →bajar(se) de un barco
get off a ship
The Spanish phrase 'bajar(se) de un barco' translates to 'get off (a) ship' in English. This is used in a context where one is disembarking or coming down from a ship. 'Bajar' literally translates to 'get down or descend', 'de' translates to 'from', and 'un barco' translates to 'a ship'. So, the phrase 'bajar(se) de un barco' is describing the action of descending or disembarking from a ship.
Example sentences with bajar(se) de un barco →bajar(se) de un coche
get off a car
The phrase 'bajar(se) de un coche' is a Spanish phrase that translates to 'get off a car' in English. In this context, 'bajar' means 'to get off' or 'to descend', 'de' means 'from', and 'un coche' means 'a car'. So literally, it represents the action of getting down from a car. This phrase is typically used when you exit a vehicle. The '(se)' is a reflexive pronoun and is optional to use, though it is often included in everyday conversation. This is a common phrase used in Spanish-speaking cultures when traveling or referring to modes of transportation.
Example sentences with bajar(se) de un coche →bajar(se) de una bicicleta
get off a bicycle
The Spanish phrase 'bajar(se) de una bicicleta' translates to 'get off a bicycle' in English. This phrase is usually used in the context of physically dismounting from a bike, for example, after a ride. It is composed of the verb 'bajar' or 'bajarse' which means 'get off' or 'get down', and 'una bicicleta' which translates to 'a bicycle'. In general, this phrase is communicating the action of dismounting or descending from the bike.
Example sentences with bajar(se) de una bicicleta →bajar(se) de una moto
get off a motorcycle
The term 'bajar(se) de una moto' is a Spanish phrase which translates to 'get off a motorcycle' in English. This is generally used to imply or instruct that one needs to alight or dismount from a motorbike. The verb 'bajar' means to 'get down' or 'get off' and the preposition 'de' is equivalent to 'from' in English. Adding 'una moto' to the phrase specifies the object from which one is getting down or off, in this case, a motorcycle.
Example sentences with bajar(se) de una moto →balancearse
balance
The Spanish word 'balancearse' translates to 'to balance oneself' in English. This word is a verb and often used when discussing physical activities such as walking along a balance beam or standing on one foot. It's about maintaining an equilibrium or stability. It may also have a more abstract usage such as trying to balance different aspects of life.
Example sentences with balancearse →barco
boat
A boat is a watercraft of varying sizes designed to float, work, travel on, and traverse waterways. Boats are commonly used for transportation, fishing, sport, and leisure activities.
Example sentences with barco →barco de pasajeros
passenger ship
The Spanish phrase 'barco de pasajeros' translates to 'passenger ship' in English. This is a type of vessel designed and equipped to carry passengers instead of cargo. They are usually large in size and have amenities for passengers. Some popular examples of passenger ships include cruise ships, ferries, and ocean liners. 'Barco de pasajeros' can be used in various contexts in Spanish, similar to how 'passenger ship' is used in English.
Example sentences with barco de pasajeros →barco de vela
Sailboat
The Spanish term 'barco de vela' translates to 'sailboat' in English. This term is used to refer to a type of boat that is primarily propelled by wind on a sail. Rather than using engines or motors for movement, sailboats depend on the wind in the sails to navigate the water. These boats can vary greatly in size and design, ranging from small, personal crafts to larger seafaring vessels. Regardless of size, all sailboats share the common characteristic of utilizing wind as their main source of propulsion.
Example sentences with barco de vela →barco pesquero
fishing boat
The Spanish term 'barco pesquero' translates directly into English as 'fishing boat'. It is composed of two words: 'barco' means boat, and 'pesquero' means fishing-related. So, 'barco pesquero' refers to a boat used specifically for the purpose of catching fish, which may include various types of fishing vessels such as trawlers, longliners, or seiners. It's used in both coastal and deep sea fishing activities.
Example sentences with barco pesquero →bicicleta
bicycle
A bicycle is a vehicle with two wheels that a person rides by pushing its pedals. It's a popular mode of transportation for short and moderate distances due to its environment-friendly nature.
Example sentences with bicicleta →boca de metro
metro entrance
The Spanish phrase 'boca de metro' refers to the entrance of a subway or metro station. It's a common term used in Spanish-speaking cities where metros are frequently used for transportation. Just as you'd say 'metro entrance' in English, you can use 'boca de metro' when discussing or asking for directions to the entrance of a metro station in Spanish.
Example sentences with boca de metro →bote (salvavidas)
lifeboat
The Spanish word 'bote (salvavidas)' translates to 'lifeboat' in English. It is commonly used in the context of ocean travel, safety, or emergency situations. In Spanish, 'bote' alone can mean 'boat', but when combined with 'salvavidas', it specifically refers to a smaller boat or vessel designed for lifesaving, typically one carried onboard a larger vessel for use in emergency evacuations.
Example sentences with bote (salvavidas) →brújula
compass
The word 'brújula' is a noun in the Spanish language, and it translates to 'compass' in English. It primarily refers to the portable navigational instrument for finding directions. It is typically used in navigation or geographical contexts.
Example sentences with brújula →cadenas para nieve
chains for snow
The term 'cadenas para nieve' in Spanish translates to 'chains for snow' in English. These are specific types of equipment used primarily in cold regions. Their purpose is to be attached to the tires of a vehicle to provide maximum traction when driving through snow and ice. They bite into the surface and prevent the vehicle from slipping, which is crucial for safe winter driving.
Example sentences with cadenas para nieve →caja negra
Black box
The Spanish term 'caja negra' translates to 'black box' in English. It is a term used in various fields such as aviation, theatre, and computer science among others. More commonly, in aviation, a black box refers to a device that records flight data; in theatre, it is a type of stage setting which is simple and versatile; and in computer science or engineering, a black box refers to a system whose inner workings are not readily apparent.
Example sentences with caja negra →calle
street
In Spanish, 'calle' is used to refer to a public road in a city or town. The usage is similar to English, it can be used in various contexts such as giving directions, describing locations etc. It's important to note that, just like in English, 'calle' is feminine in Spanish, so it would be 'la calle'.
Example sentences with calle →