equipaje
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📝 In Action
Necesito facturar mi equipaje antes de abordar.
A2I need to check my luggage before boarding.
¿Dónde está la cinta de equipaje número tres?
A1Where is baggage carousel number three?
Este equipaje de mano es demasiado grande para el compartimento.
A2This carry-on luggage is too big for the compartment.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Singular
Even if you are talking about multiple suitcases, 'equipaje' is an uncountable noun in Spanish, meaning it is always singular. Think of it like the English word 'furniture'.
Masculine Noun
Remember to always use the masculine article 'el' and masculine adjectives with it, for example, 'el equipaje ligero' (the light luggage).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the Plural
Mistake: "Tengo muchos equipajes."
Correction: Tengo mucho equipaje. (You have 'much luggage,' not 'many luggages.')
⭐ Usage Tips
Carry-on vs. Checked
To specify carry-on luggage, use the phrase 'equipaje de mano' (hand luggage). For luggage that goes in the plane's hold, use 'equipaje facturado' (checked luggage).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: equipaje
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'equipaje'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I ask for multiple suitcases if 'equipaje' is singular?
You would use a different word. If you need to talk about the individual items, use 'maletas' (suitcases) or 'bolsas' (bags). For example: 'Tengo dos maletas' (I have two suitcases).