campamento
“campamento” means “camp” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
camp
Also: campsite, bivouac
📝 In Action
Montamos el campamento antes de que oscureciera.
A1We set up camp before it got dark.
El campamento militar se estableció en la frontera.
B1The military camp was established on the border.
Necesitamos volver al campamento base para recoger suministros.
A2We need to return to the base camp to pick up supplies.
camp
Also: summer camp
📝 In Action
¿Vas a enviar a tu hijo al campamento de verano?
A2Are you going to send your son to summer camp?
Aprendí a programar en un campamento de tecnología.
B1I learned to code at a technology camp.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: campamento
Question 1 of 1
Which person would most likely be called a 'monitor de campamento'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from Late Latin *campāmentum*, which relates to the root *campus*, meaning 'field' or 'plain'. It originally described setting up shelter in an open area.
First recorded: Medieval period (as related forms)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'campamento' only for military use?
No, absolutely not! While it can mean a military base, it is most commonly used by civilians to describe either a temporary outdoor spot where people sleep (campsite) or an organized recreational program, like a summer camp for kids.
How do I say 'to go camping'?
You would use the verb 'ir de campamento' (to go to a camp) or, more simply, 'ir de acampada' or just 'acampar' (to camp).