mudanza
“mudanza” means “move” in Spanish (the process of changing homes or offices).
move
Also: moving house, shifting
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Mi mudanza es el próximo sábado.
A1My move is next Saturday.
Contratamos a una empresa de mudanzas para llevar los muebles.
A2We hired a moving company to take the furniture.
La mudanza fue muy estresante pero ya estamos instalados.
B1The move was very stressful but we are already settled in.
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Quick Quiz: mudanza
Question 1 of 3
Which of these phrases means 'moving company'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish verb 'mudar' (to change), which comes from the Latin word 'mutare' meaning to change or shift.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'mudanza' and 'traslado'?
'Mudanza' specifically refers to moving your home or office furniture. 'Traslado' is more general and can mean moving a patient in a hospital, a job transfer, or moving any object from A to B.
Can 'mudanza' mean changing your clothes?
Not usually. While the verb 'mudar de ropa' exists, the noun 'mudanza' is almost exclusively reserved for moving house or a change in state/opinion.
Do I use 'hacer' or 'tener' with mudanza?
Both! 'Hacer una mudanza' focuses on the act of packing and moving. 'Tener una mudanza' simply means you have a move scheduled.