camión
/kah-mee-OHN/
truck
In some contexts, 'camión' refers to a truck used for transporting goods.
📝 In Action
El camión transporta cajas grandes al puerto.
A1The truck transports large boxes to the port.
Vimos un camión cisterna lleno de gasolina en la carretera.
B1We saw a tanker truck full of gasoline on the highway.
¿Dónde se estacionan los camiones?
A1Where do the trucks park?
💡 Grammar Points
Masculine Noun
Since 'camión' ends in -ón, it is a masculine word and always uses 'el' (the) or 'un' (a) before it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Camión vs. Camioneta
Mistake: "Using 'camión' for a small pickup truck or van."
Correction: Use 'camioneta' for smaller utility vehicles like pickups, vans, or SUVs. 'Camión' is only for large, heavy-duty freight carriers.
'Camión' can also be used to mean a public passenger bus.
📝 In Action
Tengo que tomar el camión para ir al centro.
A2I have to take the bus to go downtown.
Esperamos el camión de las seis de la mañana.
A2We waited for the six o'clock bus.
⭐ Usage Tips
Use with Caution
If you are outside Mexico or Central America, use 'autobús' or 'micro' to refer to a public passenger bus to avoid confusion, as 'camión' almost always means 'truck' elsewhere.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: camión
Question 1 of 2
If you are in Madrid and need to catch public transport, which word is MOST appropriate?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'camión' and 'autobús'?
In most Spanish-speaking countries (like Spain, Argentina, Colombia), 'camión' is a large freight truck, and 'autobús' is a passenger bus. However, in Mexico and parts of Central America, 'camión' is the common word for both large trucks and public passenger buses.
Is 'camión' feminine or masculine?
'Camión' is a masculine noun. You must always use 'el camión' (the truck/bus) and 'un camión' (a truck/bus).