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"Shower" in Spanish: ducha
la ducha
A shower is la ducha (DOO-chah). It is feminine. The verb ducharse means to take a shower.
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How to pronounce ducha
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DOO-chah
/ˈdu.tʃa/
Two syllables: DOO-chah. Stress DOO. Soft ch like church.
"Shower" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la ducha | shower The shower stall or the act of showering. | The shower stall or the act of showering. |
| ducharse | to take a shower Reflexive verb for bathing under a shower. | Reflexive verb for bathing under a shower. |
| tomar una ducha | to take a shower Another common way to say it. | Another common way to say it. |
| la ducha caliente | hot shower Describing water temperature. | Describing water temperature. |
How to use ducha in real life
- 1Morning routine
Me doy una ducha rápida.
I take a quick shower.
Una ducha is feminine.
- 2Hotel room
La ducha no tiene agua caliente.
The shower has no hot water.
La ducha names the fixture.
- 3Asking a guest
¿Quieres usar la ducha?
Do you want to use the shower?
Usar la ducha is polite and clear.
Mistakes English speakers make with ducha
Incorrect: El ducha está rota.
Correct: La ducha está rota.
Ducha is feminine. Say la ducha.
Incorrect: Voy a take a shower.
Correct: Voy a ducharme. / Voy a tomar una ducha.
Use ducharse or tomar una ducha, not English shower.
Good to know
Good to knowDucha is the shower. Baño can mean bathroom or bath. In homes, guests may ask ¿Puedo usar la ducha? before borrowing towels.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Morning before leaving the house
ChatPal
¿Está libre la ducha?
Is the shower free?
You
Sí. Acabo de salir de la ducha.
Yes. I just got out of the shower.
ChatPal
Genial. Salimos en veinte minutos.
Great. We leave in twenty minutes.
You
Perfecto. Yo preparo el café.
Perfect. I'll make the coffee.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Shower" in Spanish
Is ducha masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la ducha, una ducha caliente.
How do I say to take a shower?
Ducharse, or tomar una ducha.
How do you pronounce ducha?
DOO-chah. Soft ch like church.
Is baño the same as ducha?
Baño often means bathroom or bath. Ducha is the shower.
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