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"Charger" in Spanish: cargador
el cargador
A charger is el cargador (kar-gah-DOR). It is masculine. Ask ¿Tienes un cargador? when your phone dies.
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How to pronounce cargador
Say it
kar-gah-DOR
/kaɾ.ɣaˈðoɾ/
Three syllables: kar-gah-DOR. Stress DOR. Soft g as in go.
"Charger" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el cargador | the charger Phone, laptop, or earbuds. | Phone, laptop, or earbuds. |
| el cargador del celular | the phone charger Clear when context is vague. | Clear when context is vague. |
| un cargador portátil | a portable charger / power bank Travel backup battery. | Travel backup battery. |
| el cargador USB-C | the USB-C charger Common cable label. | Common cable label. |
How to use cargador in real life
- 1Hotel room
¿Tienes un cargador para iPhone?
Do you have an iPhone charger?
Cargador + brand is natural.
- 2Coworking desk
Mi cargador quedó en la mochila.
My charger stayed in the backpack.
Possessive with cargador.
- 3Airport tray
No pierdas el cargador en la bandeja.
Don't lose the charger in the tray.
Travel tip with cargador.
Mistakes English speakers make with cargador
Incorrect: Necesito una cargadora.
Correct: Necesito un cargador.
Phone chargers use masculine cargador.
Incorrect: Pásame el charger.
Correct: Pásame el cargador.
Use cargador, not English charger.
Good to know
People ask for a toma or enchufe before a cargador. USB-C is the common label; older Lightning cables still get called cargador de iPhone.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Borrowing a cable on a bus
ChatPal
¿Me prestas tu cargador un momento?
Can you lend me your charger a moment?
You
Claro. Aquí tienes el cargador USB-C.
Sure. Here's the USB-C charger.
ChatPal
Gracias. Te lo devuelvo ya.
Thanks. I'll give it back soon.
You
Sin problema.
No problem.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Charger" in Spanish
Is cargador masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el cargador, un cargador.
How do you say phone charger?
El cargador del celular, or simply mi cargador.
How do you pronounce cargador?
kar-gah-DOR. Stress DOR.
Power bank too?
Often cargador portátil or power bank.
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