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ubicación

oo-bee-kah-syohn

nounfA1
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

📝 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 ubicación – share location
  • excelente ubicación – excellent location
  • determinar la ubicación – determine 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?

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Word Family

ubicar(to locate/place) - verb
ubicado/a(located/situated) - adjective

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.