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"Backpack" in Spanish: mochila
la mochila
A backpack is la mochila. It is feminine. Students and travelers carry a mochila every day.
How to pronounce mochila: audio and sound guideBefore school
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How to pronounce mochila
Say it
moh-CHEE-lah
/moˈtʃi.la/
moh-CHEE-lah. Stress CHEE. Soft ch as in cheese.
"Backpack" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la mochila | backpack School or travel bag on your back. | School or travel bag on your back. |
| la mochila escolar | school backpack Kids heading to class. | Kids heading to class. |
| cargar la mochila | to carry the backpack Wearing it on your back. | Wearing it on your back. |
| una mochila ligera | a light backpack Travel with less weight. | Travel with less weight. |
How to use mochila in real life
- 1Before school
Preparo la mochila por la noche.
I pack the backpack at night.
Preparar la mochila means pack it.
- 2Airport line
Mi mochila va como equipaje de mano.
My backpack goes as carry-on.
Mochila as hand luggage.
- 3Hiking day
Llevo agua en la mochila.
I carry water in the backpack.
Put water inside the mochila.
Mistakes English speakers make with mochila
Incorrect: El mochila es pesada.
Correct: La mochila es pesada.
Mochila is feminine. Say la mochila.
Incorrect: Olvidé mi backpack.
Correct: Olvidé mi mochila.
Use mochila, not English backpack.
Good to know
Good to knowMochila is the standard backpack word from school to travel across Latin America.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Leaving for a day trip
ChatPal
¿Ya cerraste la mochila?
Did you already zip the backpack?
You
Sí. La mochila tiene agua y snacks.
Yes. The backpack has water and snacks.
ChatPal
Perfecto. No olvides el bloqueador.
Perfect. Don't forget sunscreen.
You
Ya lo metí también.
I already packed that too.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Backpack" in Spanish
Is mochila masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la mochila, una mochila nueva.
How do you pronounce mochila?
moh-CHEE-lah. Stress CHEE.
Is a handbag a mochila?
No. A handbag is not a mochila.
How do I say school backpack?
La mochila escolar.
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