gasolina
“gasolina” means “gasoline” in Spanish (North America).
gasoline, petrol
Also: gas
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Tenemos que parar en la gasolinera para poner gasolina.
A1We have to stop at the gas station to put gas in.
El coche consume mucha gasolina, es poco eficiente.
A2The car consumes a lot of gas; it's not very efficient.
¿Cuánta gasolina queda en el tanque?
A1How much gas is left in the tank?
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Quick Quiz: gasolina
Question 1 of 1
Which phrase correctly asks for a fill-up?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word is a modern compound. It comes from 'gas,' a term coined in the 17th century by a Belgian chemist for a vapor, combined with the suffix '-ina,' often used for chemical substances. It was adopted in Spanish to describe the volatile liquid fuel.
First recorded: Mid-19th century (referring to the chemical compound)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Since 'gasolina' is feminine, how do I say 'the gas station'?
The gas station is 'la gasolinera,' keeping the feminine gender consistent with the fuel itself.