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acera means sidewalk — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: February 8, 2026

✈️ Travel Spanish

acera

noun • /[a-SE-ra]/

sidewalk

Example:

Caminamos por la acera.

We walked on the sidewalk.

🧠 What does acera mean?

The acera is the paved walkway alongside a street, intended for pedestrians. It is where people walk when they are not in the street itself, providing a safe space separate from vehicular traffic. This term is essential for navigating urban environments and understanding directions when traveling.

📚 Extra examples

  • Caminamos por la acera para evitar los coches.
    We walked on the sidewalk to avoid the cars.
  • La acera está un poco rota en esa esquina.
    The sidewalk is a bit broken on that corner.
  • Por favor, manténgase en la acera, no en la calzada.
    Please stay on the sidewalk, not in the roadway.
  • Había mucha gente esperando en la acera.
    There were many people waiting on the sidewalk.
  • Desde la acera se veía una bonita vista del parque.
    From the sidewalk, a beautiful view of the park could be seen.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'acera' is the most common term for sidewalk, other words like 'banqueta' and 'vereda' are also used in different regions of the Spanish-speaking world.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "acera"

Synonyms: andén, banqueta, vereda

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'sidewalk' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'sidewalk' is 'acera'.
How do you pronounce 'acera' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is ah-THEH-rah (in Spain) or ah-SEH-rah (in Latin America). The stress is on the second syllable: a-CE-ra.
How do you use 'acera' in a sentence?
You can use 'acera' by placing it after prepositions like 'en' (on) or 'por' (along/by). For example, 'Caminamos por la acera' (We walked along the sidewalk).
What is the English translation of 'acera'?
The English translation of 'acera' is 'sidewalk'.
Does 'acera' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'acera' is a feminine noun. Its plural form is 'aceras'.
Is 'acera' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'acera' is a very common word used daily in any Spanish-speaking region with streets and sidewalks.
Does 'acera' have slang or double meanings?
Generally, 'acera' does not have common slang or double meanings in everyday conversation. It straightforwardly refers to the sidewalk.
Is 'acera' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning of 'acera' as 'sidewalk' is consistent across Spain and Latin America. The primary difference is in pronunciation, specifically the 'c' sound (like 'th' in Spain, and 's' in Latin America).

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