Inklingo

ubicación

location?general position or whereabouts,placement?the act or result of positioning something
Also:site?a specific area chosen for something,setting?the scene or environment of an event

oo-bee-kah-syohn

/u.βi.kaˈsjon/
NounfA1
neutral
A vibrant storybook illustration featuring a large red map marker pin stuck into a stylized, colorful map depicting a landscape of green hills and a small blue river.

📝 In Action

Necesito la ubicación exacta de la tienda.

A1

I need the exact location of the store.

Por favor, comparte tu ubicación por mensaje de texto.

A2

Please share your location via text message.

La ubicación de este hotel es ideal para turistas.

B1

The placement/location of this hotel is ideal for tourists.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • compartir ubicaciónshare location
  • excelente ubicaciónexcellent location
  • determinar la ubicacióndetermine the location

💡 Grammar Points

The '-ción' Rule

Words that end in '-ción' (like ubicación) are almost always feminine nouns in Spanish. This ending often means 'the action or result of' a verb, which is why we use 'la' or 'una' with them.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Gender

Mistake:El ubicación

Correction: La ubicación. Remember the '-ción' ending signals a feminine noun, so use the feminine article 'la'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Digital Context

In technology and apps (like GPS or maps), ubicación is the standard word for 'Location' or 'Location Services.' It is a very practical word for modern life.

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: ubicación

Question 1 of 1

If you want to tell a friend where you are, which related verb would you use?

💡 Master Spanish

Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!

📚 More Resources

Word Family

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between *ubicación* and *lugar*?

*Lugar* is the general word for 'place' (like a spot or area). *Ubicación* is more specific; it refers to the precise position, coordinates, or the result of determining where something is. Use *ubicación* when you need exact details or in formal contexts.