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How to Say "facilities" in Spanish

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instalaciones

in-stah-lah-SYOH-nes/instalaˈsjones/

NounB1General
Use 'instalaciones' when referring to the physical buildings, equipment, or systems of a place, like a sports complex, factory, or hospital.
A simple, colorful illustration depicting a small, functional facility, showing a main building structure connected to large, clearly visible pipes and storage tanks.

Examples

Las instalaciones del aeropuerto son muy modernas.

The airport facilities are very modern.

Las instalaciones del hospital son de primera clase.

The hospital facilities are first-class.

Necesitamos revisar las instalaciones eléctricas antes de abrir la tienda.

We need to check the electrical installations (system) before opening the store.

El club deportivo tiene muy buenas instalaciones para nadar.

The sports club has very good swimming facilities.

Always Plural

Even when you mean 'a facility' in English, Spanish usually uses the plural form 'instalaciones' to refer to the whole setup or complex.

Using the Singular

Mistake: “La instalación del hotel es grande.”

Correction: Las instalaciones del hotel son grandes. (Use the plural when referring to the physical space or amenities.)

facilidades

NounB2General
Use 'facilidades' when referring to conveniences, amenities, or special terms offered to make something easier, often in a financial or service context.

Examples

El hotel ofrece facilidades para familias con niños.

The hotel offers facilities for families with children.

Physical Structures vs. Conveniences

Learners often confuse 'instalaciones' and 'facilidades' by using the latter for physical places. Remember, 'instalaciones' refers to the actual buildings and equipment, while 'facilidades' means conveniences or special terms that make something easier.

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