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Did You Know These 7 Spanish Language Words for SUITCASE?

Did You Know These 7 Spanish Language Words for SUITCASE?

Suitcase is definitely a word you’re going to need when traveling. Whether it be to purchase a new one, ask where to pick up your bags, or answer questions at the airport, you need to know how to say “suitcase.” Of course, there are Spanish differences and more than just one word for it. Here are the Spanish synonyms for suitcase.

1. Maleta
Maleta is the word that most textbooks use. It is universally understood. It is commonly used in the phrase “hacer sus maletas” or “to pack your bags.”

2. Equipaje
Equipaje is better translated as “luggage.” You can use this word pretty much anywhere to refer to your luggage, but it would sound a little weird to say “hacer su equipaje.”

3. Valija
Valija is kind of an old-fashioned word, but it still used by officials sometimes. You might hear this word used by airport security or employees. I’ve also heard it used interchangeably with equipaje and maletas in Argentina.

4. Petaca
Petaca is used only in México and is interchangeable with maleta. In Mexico, petacas also mean “butt.” In Chile a petaca is a flask.

5. Bolsa
Bolsa is a catch-all word for bag. It can refer to shopping bags, purses (carteras, bolso), or luggage, depending on the context and sometimes the country. It’s not very commonly used to refer to luggage or suitcases, but in a pinch, it will definitely get your point across.

6. Bolso
In some countries bolso is similar to a bolsa but is a more substantial bag. So for example, a bolso could be a duffel bag where a bolsa would be a grocery bag.

7. Bulto
Is a type of bag that you can carry with you, like a duffle bag or back pack. In Puerto Rico this is the common word for a school bag or any other light bag.

 

Useful Related Words in Spanish

Did You Know These 7 Spanish Language Words for SUITCASE?

Equipaje de mano – carry-on luggage

Portaequipaje – luggage rack

Maletero – luggage rack

Equipaje de depósito – stored luggage

Equipaje extraviado – lost luggage

Cinta transportadora de equipaje – baggage carousel

Zona de recogida de equipajes – baggage claim

Maletín – briefcase

Alforja – saddlebag

Mochila – backpack

Check out these other articles about the Spanish Language.


Featured photo credit: kthread via photopin cc | Saddlebag photo credit: New saddle and bags by henribergius, on Flickr

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