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How to Say "outlet" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “outlet” is “salida” — use 'salida' when referring to a physical exit, a way out, or a metaphorical solution or release for energy or emotions..

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salida

/sa-LEE-dah//saˈliða/

nounA1general
Use 'salida' when referring to a physical exit, a way out, or a metaphorical solution or release for energy or emotions.
An open wooden door leading from a dimly lit interior into a bright, sunny outdoor garden, symbolizing a clear way out.

Examples

La salida de emergencia está al fondo del pasillo.

The emergency exit is at the end of the hall.

¿Dónde está la salida del metro?

Where is the subway exit?

Todas las salidas del estadio estaban bloqueadas.

All the stadium exits were blocked.

Tenemos que encontrar una salida a esta crisis.

We have to find a solution to this crisis.

Feminine Noun

Even though it doesn't end in '-o', 'salida' is a feminine word. So, you always use 'la salida' or 'una salida'.

salida

/sa-LEE-dah//saˈliða/

nounB1general
Use 'salida' when referring to a physical exit, a way out, or a metaphorical solution or release for energy or emotions.
An open wooden door leading from a dimly lit interior into a bright, sunny outdoor garden, symbolizing a clear way out.

Examples

Tenemos que encontrar una salida a esta crisis.

We have to find a solution to this crisis.

La salida de emergencia está al fondo del pasillo.

The emergency exit is at the end of the hall.

¿Dónde está la salida del metro?

Where is the subway exit?

Todas las salidas del estadio estaban bloqueadas.

All the stadium exits were blocked.

Feminine Noun

Even though it doesn't end in '-o', 'salida' is a feminine word. So, you always use 'la salida' or 'una salida'.

toma

/TOH-mah//ˈto.ma/

nounB1technical
Use 'toma' specifically for an electrical socket or outlet where you plug in devices.
A close-up view of a standard white electrical wall socket (outlet) mounted on a wall.

Examples

La toma de corriente de mi habitación está rota.

The electrical outlet in my room is broken.

La toma de aire del motor está sucia.

The engine's air intake is dirty.

¿Hay una toma de corriente cerca para mi portátil?

Is there an electrical outlet nearby for my laptop?

El director dijo: '¡Silencio, vamos a la toma tres!'

The director said: 'Quiet, we're going to take three!'

Feminine Noun

Remember that 'toma' as a noun is always feminine, so you'll use 'la toma' or 'una toma'.

Electrical vs. Exit/Solution

The most common confusion is using 'salida' for an electrical outlet. Remember, 'salida' means exit or way out, while 'toma' (or specifically 'toma de corriente') is the word for an electrical socket.

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