remolque
“remolque” means “trailer” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
trailer
Also: caravan
📝 In Action
Llevamos un remolque para transportar las bicicletas.
A2We are taking a trailer to transport the bicycles.
Es difícil dar marcha atrás con un remolque enganchado.
B1It is difficult to reverse with a trailer attached.
Asegúrate de que las luces del remolque funcionen bien.
B1Make sure the trailer lights are working correctly.
towing
Also: tow
📝 In Action
Llamé al servicio de remolque porque el motor se detuvo.
B1I called the towing service because the engine stopped.
El barco necesitó un remolque hasta el puerto.
B2The boat needed a tow to the port.
La cuerda de remolque debe ser muy resistente.
B2The tow rope must be very strong.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: remolque
Question 1 of 3
Which of these objects is a 'remolque'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the verb 'remolcar', which comes from the Latin 'remulcare'. This Latin term originally came from a Greek word meaning to tow a ship using a rope.
First recorded: 17th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'remolque' the same as 'tráiler'?
Yes, they are very similar. 'Remolque' is the more formal Spanish word, while 'tráiler' is a loanword from English often used for the large trailers pulled by semi-trucks.
How do I say 'tow truck' in Spanish?
In Spain, it is called a 'grúa'. In some Latin American countries, it is called a 'remolcador' or 'camión de remolque'.
Can 'remolque' be a verb form?
Yes! It is a form of the verb 'remolcar' used when expressing wishes or commands (the subjunctive mood), as in 'Espero que el barco nos remolque' (I hope the boat tows us).