paquetes
/pah-KEH-tehs/
packages
Paquetes can refer to physical packages or boxes.
paquetes(noun)
packages
?physical boxes or parcels
packets
?small containers, like for sugar or seeds
,parcels
?items wrapped for shipping
📝 In Action
El cartero trajo tres paquetes esta mañana.
A1The mailman brought three packages this morning.
Necesito comprar dos paquetes de arroz.
A1I need to buy two packets of rice.
💡 Grammar Points
Making it Plural
Since 'paquete' ends in a vowel, you just add an '-s' to talk about more than one.
⭐ Usage Tips
Packages vs. Boxes
Use 'paquetes' for things that are wrapped or mailed. If you just mean the cardboard container itself, use 'cajas'.
Paquetes is often used to describe bundled services or package deals.
paquetes(noun)
package deals
?bundled services or offers
software packages
?sets of computer programs
📝 In Action
La agencia ofrece paquetes turísticos a Cancún.
B1The agency offers vacation packages to Cancun.
Tenemos varios paquetes de suscripción disponibles.
B1We have several subscription bundles available.
In some contexts, paquetes is a slang term for clumsy or unskilled sports players.
paquetes(noun)
clumsy players
?people who are bad at a sport
useless people
?someone who is incompetent
📝 In Action
Los nuevos delanteros son unos paquetes.
C1The new forwards are totally useless/clumsy.
⭐ Usage Tips
Be Careful!
Calling someone a 'paquete' is an insult. It's like saying they are as useless as a heavy box sitting on the field.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: paquetes
Question 1 of 2
If you are at the post office sending three boxes, what are you sending?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'paquetes' only for mail?
No! While it's common for mail, it also refers to food packaging (like a 'paquete de galletas' - a pack of cookies) and bundled services like travel deals.
What is the difference between 'cajas' and 'paquetes'?
A 'caja' is specifically a box (the container). A 'paquete' is the whole package, which might be a box, but could also be wrapped in paper or plastic.