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alquiler means rental; rent — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 1, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

alquiler

noun • /[al-kee-LER]/

rental; rent

Example:

Gestión del coche de alquiler está en esa oficina.

The rental car office is over there.

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🧠 What does alquiler mean?

Alquiler is a Spanish noun that translates to "rental" or "rent" in English. It refers to the act of renting something, the amount paid for renting, or the thing being rented itself. It's commonly used when talking about cars, apartments, vacation homes, or other items you might rent temporarily.

📚 Extra examples

  • El alquiler del coche era muy caro.
    The car rental was very expensive.
  • Buscamos un apartamento de alquiler en el centro de la ciudad.
    We are looking for a rental apartment in the city center.
  • Pagamos el alquiler a principios de mes.
    We pay the rent at the beginning of the month.
  • El alquiler de bicicletas es una buena opción para explorar la ciudad.
    Bike rental is a good option for exploring the city.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'rental; rent' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'rental' or 'rent' is 'alquiler'.
How do you pronounce 'alquiler' in Spanish?
Alquiler is pronounced ahl-kee-LEHR. The stress is on the last syllable.
How do you use 'alquiler' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El alquiler del coche es muy caro.' (The car rental is very expensive.), 'Buscamos un apartamento de alquiler.' (We're looking for a rental apartment.)
What is the English translation of 'alquiler'?
'Alquiler' translates to 'rental' or 'rent' in English.
Does 'alquiler' change for gender or number?
No, 'alquiler' is a masculine noun and doesn't change for number. You would use the same word whether you're talking about one rental or multiple rentals.
Is 'alquiler' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'alquiler' is a very common word in everyday Spanish, especially when discussing housing or travel.
Does 'alquiler' have slang or double meanings?
While 'alquiler' itself doesn't have many slang meanings, you might encounter colloquial expressions related to renting, like 'estar de alquiler' (to be for rent, available).
Is 'alquiler' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'alquiler' is used and understood in both Spain and Latin America with the same meaning.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "alquiler"

Synonyms: renta
Opposites: compra

💡 Did You Know?

The verb form of 'alquiler' is 'alquilar,' which means 'to rent.' For example, 'Voy a alquilar un coche' (I'm going to rent a car).

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