paquete
“paquete” means “package” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
package, parcel
Also: box
📝 In Action
El cartero dejó un paquete grande en la puerta.
A1The mail carrier left a large package at the door.
¿Puedes envolver este paquete antes de enviarlo?
A2Can you wrap this parcel before sending it?
package, bundle
Also: deal
📝 In Action
Compramos un paquete turístico de siete días a la playa.
B1We bought a seven-day travel package to the beach.
La empresa ofrece un paquete de servicios básicos muy económico.
B2The company offers a very economical basic services bundle.
clumsy person, bore
Also: duffer
📝 In Action
No lo pongas a jugar al fútbol, es un paquete.
B2Don't put him in to play soccer, he's totally clumsy/inept.
La película fue un paquete, me aburrí muchísimo.
C1The movie was a bore (a dud), I got incredibly bored.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: paquete
Question 1 of 2
Which meaning of 'paquete' is being used in the sentence: 'Mi hermano es un paquete jugando al tenis.'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Borrowed from the French word 'paquet' (meaning 'bundle' or 'package') in the 17th century, which itself came from a Germanic root (like the English 'pack').
First recorded: 17th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'paquete' have a rude or vulgar meaning?
Yes, in very informal and slang contexts across many Spanish-speaking regions, 'paquete' can be used as a euphemism (a polite way of saying something sensitive) to refer to male anatomy, especially when describing tight clothing. This usage is common but highly informal and should be avoided in formal settings.
How do I know if 'paquete' means a deal or a physical item?
Look at the surrounding words. If you are talking about 'comprar' (buying) a 'turístico' (tourist) or 'datos' (data) item, it's a deal or bundle. If you are talking about 'recibir' (receiving) or 'envolver' (wrapping), it's a physical item.