How to Say "turnstile" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “turnstile” is “barrera” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA1
nounA1
gate/toll booth
Examples
Tuvimos que esperar porque la barrera del tren estaba bajada.
We had to wait because the train barrier was down.
La policía levantó una barrera de seguridad para controlar la multitud.
The police put up a safety barrier to control the crowd.
Gender Reminder
Remember that 'barrera' is always feminine, so you must use 'la barrera' or 'una barrera'.
Confusing 'Barrera' and 'Barra'
Mistake: “Using 'barra' when referring to a large obstacle.”
Correction: 'Barra' usually means a small bar or rod (like a pull-up bar). 'Barrera' is the large, blocking structure or fence.
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