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How to Say "bundle" in Spanish

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paquete

pah-KEH-tehpaˈkete

nounB1general
Use 'paquete' when referring to a set of products or services sold together as a single offer, like a travel package or a software bundle.
A commercial bundle featuring three distinct items—a toothbrush, a tube of toothpaste, and a bottle of mouthwash—tied together with a bright blue ribbon.

Examples

Compramos un paquete turístico de siete días a la playa.

We bought a seven-day travel package to the beach.

La empresa ofrece un paquete de servicios básicos muy económico.

The company offers a very economical basic services bundle.

Context Clues

If you hear 'paquete' used with words like 'turístico' (tourist) or 'datos' (data), it almost certainly means a commercial deal or bundle, not a physical box.

bulto

BOOL-tohˈbulto

nounB1general
Use 'bulto' for a physical bundle or package of items that are tied or wrapped together, often implying something you carry, like luggage.
A brown cardboard box tied with a simple piece of twine.

Examples

Solo se permite un bulto de mano en el avión.

Only one carry-on item is allowed on the plane.

Llevaba un bulto pesado sobre sus hombros.

He was carrying a heavy bundle on his shoulders.

Hay varios bultos esperando en la oficina de correos.

There are several packages waiting at the post office.

Counting Units

Use this word when you need to count individual items in a shipment or luggage set, rather than talking about the weight.

Bulto vs. Maleta

Mistake: “Using 'bulto' to mean the bag itself.”

Correction: Use 'maleta' for the suitcase; use 'bulto' for the item as a generic unit for shipping or travel.

haz

asas

nounB1general
Use 'haz' specifically for a bundle of things like sticks or vegetables tied together, or metaphorically for a beam of light.
A strong, concentrated shaft of golden light shining through a small opening into a dark, dusty space.

Examples

Un haz de luz solar iluminó la habitación.

A beam of sunlight lit up the room.

Recogió un haz de espárragos en el mercado.

She picked up a bundle of asparagus at the market.

El enemigo agitaba un haz de flechas.

The enemy brandished a sheaf of arrows.

It's a Masculine Noun

Even though 'haz' ends in 'z', it's a masculine word. So, you say 'el haz' (the beam) or 'un haz' (a beam). Its plural form is 'los haces'.

Using the Wrong Gender

Mistake: “La haz de luz es bonita.”

Correction: El haz de luz es bonito. Remember to use 'el' with 'haz' and make any describing words (adjectives) masculine too.

Physical vs. Abstract Bundles

Learners often confuse 'bulto' and 'paquete'. Remember that 'bulto' refers to a physical collection of items tied or wrapped together, like luggage, while 'paquete' is for services or products sold as a unit, like a holiday package.

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