How to Say "tool kit" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “tool kit” is “instrumental” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal
specialized equipment
Examples
La enfermera preparó el instrumental para la cirugía.
The nurse prepared the set of instruments for the surgery.
Es necesario limpiar todo el instrumental después de usarlo.
It is necessary to clean all the equipment after using it.
El hospital compró un nuevo instrumental de alta tecnología.
The hospital bought a new set of high-tech instruments.
The 'Group' Word
This is a word that describes a group of things (a collective noun). Even though it refers to many tools, the word itself is singular: 'el instrumental'.
Plural Confusion
Mistake: “Los instrumentales son caros.”
Correction: El instrumental es caro. Use the singular form to refer to the whole set of tools.
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