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How to Say "delivery" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “delivery” is “entrega” — use this word when referring to the physical act of handing over or receiving a package, mail, or item..

entrega🔊A2

Use this word when referring to the physical act of handing over or receiving a package, mail, or item.

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envíoA2

This word refers to the act or process of sending something, like a shipment or package, often including the cost associated with it.

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reparto🔊A2

Use this word for the routine distribution or delivery of items, especially to multiple customers or locations, like a delivery route.

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distribuciónB1

This term applies to the broader process of distributing goods or items to their final destinations or to a wider area.

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suministro🔊B1

Choose this word when talking about the provision or supply of essential items or services, like utilities or resources.

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parto🔊B1

This word specifically refers to the event or process of childbirth.

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nacimiento🔊A1

Use this word to refer to the moment or date of birth, especially in a medical or biographical context.

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entrega

en-TREH-gah/enˈtɾe.ɣa/

nounA2general
Use this word when referring to the physical act of handing over or receiving a package, mail, or item.
A smiling person receiving a large brown cardboard package from a delivery worker at a doorstep.

Examples

La entrega de mi paquete está programada para mañana.

The delivery of my package is scheduled for tomorrow.

Necesito firmar la entrega de estos documentos importantes.

I need to sign for the handover of these important documents.

Gender Reminder

Remember that 'entrega' is always a feminine noun, so you use 'la' or 'una' with it.

envío

nounA2general
This word refers to the act or process of sending something, like a shipment or package, often including the cost associated with it.

Examples

¿Cuánto cuesta el envío a mi país?

How much does the shipment/delivery cost to my country?

reparto

reh-PAHR-toh/reˈpaɾto/

nounA2general
Use this word for the routine distribution or delivery of items, especially to multiple customers or locations, like a delivery route.
A delivery person on a small scooter with a large box on the back, driving down a street.

Examples

El reparto de los paquetes se hace por la mañana.

The delivery of the packages is done in the morning.

Hubo un reparto equitativo de las tareas.

There was a fair distribution of the tasks.

Using 'Reparto' with Verbs

You'll often see this with the verb 'hacer' (to do/make), as in 'hacer el reparto' which means 'to do the rounds' or 'to deliver.'

Delivery vs. Parcel

Mistake: “Using 'reparto' to refer to the actual box/package.”

Correction: Use 'paquete' for the physical box; 'reparto' is the action of delivering it.

distribución

nounB1general
This term applies to the broader process of distributing goods or items to their final destinations or to a wider area.

Examples

La distribución de los libros comenzará mañana.

The distribution of the books will begin tomorrow.

suministro

/soo-mee-NEES-troh//sumiˈnistɾo/

nounB1general
Choose this word when talking about the provision or supply of essential items or services, like utilities or resources.
A steady stream of clear water flowing from a modern faucet into a glass.

Examples

El suministro de agua fue restaurado esta mañana.

The water supply was restored this morning.

Hubo un problema con el suministro de materiales.

There was a problem with the supply of materials.

Using 'de' for Specific Supplies

To specify what is being supplied, always follow 'suministro' with the word 'de' (of). For example, 'suministro de gas' means gas supply.

Suministro vs. Suministrar

Mistake: “Using 'suministrar' when you need a noun.”

Correction: Use 'suministro' for 'the supply' (the thing) and 'suministrar' for 'to supply' (the action).

parto

PAR-toh/ˈpaɾ.to/

nounB1medical
This word specifically refers to the event or process of childbirth.
A happy mother gently holding a swaddled newborn baby on her chest, representing the moment of delivery.

Examples

El parto duró muchas horas, pero fue un parto natural.

The delivery lasted many hours, but it was a natural birth.

La matrona asistió en el parto y todo salió bien.

The midwife assisted in the delivery and everything went well.

El médico programó un parto por cesárea para la próxima semana.

The doctor scheduled a C-section delivery for next week.

Gender Note

Even though it refers to a process often associated with women, 'parto' is always a masculine noun: use 'el parto'.

Confusing 'Parto' and 'Nacimiento'

Mistake: “Using 'nacimiento' when specifically describing the labor process.”

Correction: 'Parto' refers to the physical labor or delivery process, while 'nacimiento' is the moment of birth or the general concept of being born. Use 'parto' for the medical event itself.

nacimiento

/nah-see-MYEN-toh//nasiˈmjento/

nounA1medical
Use this word to refer to the moment or date of birth, especially in a medical or biographical context.
A tiny newborn baby wrapped in a soft white blanket, being held gently by two large adult hands.

Examples

La fecha de su nacimiento es el 15 de mayo.

The date of his birth is May 15th.

El nacimiento del bebé fue muy rápido.

The baby's delivery was very fast.

Celebraron el nacimiento de su primer nieto con una fiesta.

They celebrated the birth of their first grandchild with a party.

Always Masculine

Even though it refers to birth, 'nacimiento' is always a masculine noun. Remember to use 'el' or 'un' before it.

Confusing Nacer and Nacimiento

Mistake: “Usar 'Su nacer fue difícil.'”

Correction: Say 'Su nacimiento fue difícil.' ('Nacer' is the verb 'to be born'; 'nacimiento' is the noun 'the birth').

Package vs. Process Delivery

Learners often confuse 'entrega' and 'envío'. 'Entrega' focuses on the final arrival and handover of a package, while 'envío' describes the act or cost of sending it. Think of 'entrega' as the moment you receive it, and 'envío' as the service of sending it.

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