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"Suitcase" in Spanish: maleta
la maleta
Suitcase in Spanish is la maleta. It is feminine. Say una maleta for one suitcase.
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How to pronounce maleta
Say it
mah-LEH-tah
/ma.ˈle.ta/
mah-LEH-tah. Stress LEH. Soft t.
"Suitcase" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la maleta | the suitcase Default noun. | Default noun. |
| maleta grande | large suitcase Checked bag size. | Checked bag size. |
| abrir la maleta | to open the suitcase Customs or packing. | Customs or packing. |
| hacer la maleta | to pack the suitcase Before a trip. | Before a trip. |
How to use maleta in real life
- 1Packing
Hago la maleta esta noche.
I'm packing the suitcase tonight.
Hacer la maleta.
- 2Airport
Mi maleta es la azul.
My suitcase is the blue one.
Mi maleta.
- 3Hotel room
Dejo la maleta junto a la cama.
I leave the suitcase by the bed.
La maleta.
Mistakes English speakers make with maleta
Incorrect: El maleta es pesado.
Correct: La maleta es pesada.
Maleta is feminine: la maleta.
Incorrect: Tengo un maleta.
Correct: Tengo una maleta.
Use una maleta.
Good to know
Good to knowHacer la maleta means to pack. People also say valija in some countries, but maleta is widely understood.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing bags before a trip
ChatPal
¿Llevas una maleta o dos?
Are you taking one suitcase or two?
You
Solo una maleta pequeña.
Just one small suitcase.
ChatPal
Yo llevo mochila.
I'm taking a backpack.
You
Cierro la maleta ahora.
I'll close the suitcase now.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Suitcase" in Spanish
Is maleta feminine?
Yes: la maleta, una maleta.
How do you pronounce maleta?
Mah-LEH-tah. Stress LEH in maleta.
Maleta or equipaje?
Maleta is one suitcase. Equipaje is luggage overall.
What does hacer la maleta mean?
It means to pack the suitcase.
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