Car in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'car' is 'coche', pronounced KOH-cheh (IPA: /ˈko.tʃe/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: coches).
Pronunciation: KOH-cheh
| Spanish | coche |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | KOH-cheh · /ˈko.tʃe/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | coches |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'coche'
- Mi coche está en el taller.
My car is at the repair shop. - ¿Vamos en coche o en autobús?
Shall we go by car or by bus? - Compré un coche usado el año pasado.
I bought a used car last year. - Como vivo lejos del trabajo, voy en coche todos los días.
Since I live far from work, I drive there every day.
Common Phrases with 'coche'
- ir en coche
to go by car - alquilar un coche
to rent a car
How to Use 'coche'
Say 'ir en coche' (by car) with no article after 'en'. The everyday word depends on the country: 'coche', 'carro' or 'auto' (see regional note); 'to drive' is 'conducir' in Spain and 'manejar' in Latin America.
Regional note: 'Coche' is standard in Spain and common in Mexico; 'carro' dominates in Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru and the Caribbean; 'auto' is usual in Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. In some Andean and Río de la Plata areas, 'coche' can also mean a baby stroller.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Car' in Spanish is 'coche', pronounced KOH-cheh.
It is spelled c-o-c-h-e.
'Coche' is masculine: you say 'el coche'.
The plural of 'coche' is 'coches'.
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